Question
A 6-year-old child has been hospitalized for 13 days for tonsillitis treatment without improvement, with only low-grade fever symptoms. After 4 days of treatment with dexamethasone, metronidazole, and ceftriaxone antibiotics, the low-grade fever persists for 4 days. Ask whether to continue intravenous treatment? Does intravenous treatment for a 4-year-old child for more than 10 days have an impact on the body? Thank you for the explanation.
Answer
If a baby has a fever below 38 degrees, it should be treated promptly with oral antipyretics. If there is repeated fever, it should be checked promptly with blood routine tests and other detailed examinations. Physical cooling methods are more effective for low-grade fever, such as wiping over areas with large blood vessels, such as the sides of the neck, armpits, and inguinal groins. The palms and soles of the feet should not be wiped. It is recommended to use over-the-counter fever-reducing patches in conjunction with medication treatment.