Question
How to handle a child’s cough and high fever?
Answer
Hello, a child’s cough and high fever may be due to respiratory inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infection. It is recommended that you give your child antibiotics and antiviral medications for treatment, such as azithromycin and ribavirin, among others. Additionally, you can administer traditional Chinese medicine for clearing the lungs, such as chicken gallbladder oral liquid or honeyed Chuanbei loquat syrup, and ensure the child drinks plenty of water and stays warm. If the fever persists, it is advisable to take the child to the hospital for a timely medical consultation.