What to Do When a Child Has a Fever?

Question

After three days of fever, the child no longer has a fever, but they had a nosebleed this morning, and another one when they went outside in the afternoon. Is this a problem? Do they need another round of intravenous fluids or to continue taking oral antibiotics?

Answer

Based on your description, the child may have experienced a bacterial infection. It is recommended to administer another two days of intravenous antibiotics to ensure the infection does not recur. If you prefer not to inject, oral antibiotics should also be considered. As for the nosebleed issue, it is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist to determine the cause.