Question
Condition Description: Hello, doctor, I would like to ask, my baby is nine days short of ten months old. Two days ago, I noticed a few red spots on the chin and chest. More spots appeared on the body yesterday, and the baby started to have a fever last night, around thirty degrees Celsius, not reaching thirty-eight degrees. This morning, there were many red spots on the face and body, and they had a bit of a rash-like texture. They don’t seem itchy, and the baby’s mood is normal. I took him to the hospital this morning, and the doctor couldn’t pinpoint what it was. Blood tests showed a low white blood cell count, and he suggested intravenous treatment. But the fever hasn’t subsided yet. Could it be chickenpox or eczema? Thank you.
Answer
Hello, your baby’s condition might be due to pneumonia. It is currently recommended that you go to the hospital for a sputum culture test. You can take antibiotics or receive intravenous antibiotic treatment under the doctor’s guidance. Pay attention to nutritional supplementation and keep your child warm to prevent further complications from catching a cold. Children are vulnerable to neonatal diseases, so family members must take their child to the hospital for immediate treatment and avoid self-medication to alleviate symptoms. For parents, it is important to closely monitor any changes in your child’s condition and do your best to help them receive timely treatment for any illness.