Question
A child of three years and nine months, suffering from congenital atrial septal defect, recently developed cough symptoms without producing phlegm. The parents noticed the child’s throat was slightly red and swollen, and the child reported pain. In this situation, is it necessary to administer antipyretic medication to the child?
Answer
For children over three years old with symptoms of common cold and cough, appropriate cold and cough medications should be administered. If the cough is severe or accompanied by fever, consideration can be given to using antibiotics for anti-inflammatory treatment. For children with congenital heart disease, special attention should be paid to the selection and dosage of medications during treatment, while maintaining a light diet, supplementing adequate fluids, and closely monitoring the condition. Before deciding whether to use antipyretics, blood test results and physician diagnosis should be combined. Chest X-rays may be necessary if required. During the treatment process, oral medications should be used under physician guidance. If the condition is severe, intravenous injection treatment can be considered. At the same time, attention should be paid to keeping warm, avoiding colds, and ensuring adequate fluid intake.