Question
A child is experiencing persistent high fever, with temperatures ranging from 39.5 degrees to 37.7 degrees. They have undergone a hospital examination but no abnormalities were found. Please inquire about the possible causes and treatment methods.
Answer
Such persistent high fever of unknown cause may be functional fever. It is recommended to seek traditional Chinese medicine treatment, which involves herbal medicine adjustments such as modifying the White Tiger Decoction. Commonly used herbs include anemarrhena, gypsum, licorice root, glutinous rice, pueraria root, bupleurum, and scutellaria. Traditional Chinese medicine treatment for this type of fever is effective with fewer side effects. If in Beijing, it is suggested to visit a traditional Chinese medicine hospital. The doctor advises a combination of traditional and Western medicine treatments, and to pay attention to staying hydrated and resting. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery.