Question
My child has had a fever and been on IV therapy for five days, but it’s not working. The fever persists, and I’m worried. It’s the seventh day of fever now, and there’s no coughing or running nose. The doctor said the tonsils are slightly enlarged and very red, with the highest temperature reaching 39.2 degrees. The first three days of IV therapy were ceftriaxone and Yanhuang Ning. Yesterday, blood tests showed a white blood cell count of 11.0 and platelet count of 347, with everything else normal. Yesterday and today, we’ve been giving cefazolin and Xianping. Now the fever is back, and I’m a bit worried and scared.
Answer
Based on the description, the child’s fever has not improved after five days of IV therapy. It is recommended to pay attention to tonsillitis or other possible causes, such as bronchitis or pneumonia, and be alert for symptoms like difficulty breathing or cyanosis. Firstly, maintain emotional stability, ensure the child gets plenty of rest and hydration, and monitor temperature changes. It is urgent to visit a regular pediatric department for professional diagnosis and treatment.