Question
What causes a child’s white blood cell count to drop?
Answer
Based on your child’s examination, the doctor has determined that they are suffering from a viral infection, and thus has prescribed ribavirin antiviral medication. There is no specific antiviral medication for viral infections, so in clinical practice, we wait for the viral infection to resolve naturally while also enhancing care to accelerate recovery and prevent secondary bacterial infections. There are many causes of pediatric blood diseases. If your child is diagnosed with pediatric blood disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for immediate treatment, coordinate with gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should also be careful not to allow their children to develop picky eating habits and should ensure a balanced diet.