Question
The child has been running a fever for four nights and five days, accompanied by coughing, with a body temperature ranging from 38 to 39 degrees Celsius, and a decreased appetite. A blood test has been conducted, and the results are good. The child is currently taking medication.
Answer
Based on the patient’s symptoms, it may be acute bronchitis or pneumonia. To confirm the diagnosis, a visit to the hospital is recommended for a respiratory specialist to perform lung auscultation, routine blood tests, and chest X-ray. If white blood cells and neutrophils are elevated, it may indicate a bacterial infection; if white blood cells and lymphocytes are elevated, it may be a viral or mycoplasma infection. Treatment for bacterial pneumonia typically involves penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics, along with symptomatic treatments such as fever reduction, cough suppression, and expectoration. For viral or mycoplasma pneumonia, antiviral drugs and macrolide antibiotics are used, along with symptomatic and supportive treatment. The patient should ensure adequate rest, drink plenty of water, and consume foods rich in vitamins and proteins to enhance immunity. The duration of treatment is usually 7 to 10 days, with the specific course adjusted according to the patient’s recovery progress. Wishing for a speedy recovery.