Question
The 21st-week-old baby started having diarrhea and vomiting. The stool is watery, and the baby throws up when drinking water or eating. At night, the baby often cries a few times and sleeps on its stomach. After receiving intravenous fluids, the baby improved. However, on the 25th, the baby began to have a high fever, cough, and runny nose. The doctor at the outpatient clinic said it was a fever, and the…
Answer
This is a symptom of fever, primarily due to the decreased immunity caused by gastroenteritis in recent days, which has led to the recurrence of fever symptoms. Prolonged high fever can trigger seizures in children, so it’s crucial to seek timely medical treatment to prevent serious complications. It is recommended to have a chest X-ray at the hospital to check for lung inflammation. In addition, antipyretic medication can be used to reduce the fever and prevent seizures caused by high fever. Furthermore, it is best to give the child azithromycin, which is easier for children to digest, but it must be the pediatric version. Additionally, if you want to clear the lungs, it is best to take medication after consultation with a doctor at the hospital; drinking plenty of syrup can be effective. Good luck, and may your child recover soon.