Question
What should I do if my child has a fever and diarrhea?
Answer
The child has a fever of 38.4 degrees Celsius, accompanied by a cold with coughing and the use of children’s paracetamol and chlorphenamine granules. They have previously taken Merck syrup for fever reduction and used hot water to soak their feet to help lower the temperature. Currently, there is a coating on the tongue, the stool is normal, and there is dry retching during coughing. This morning at 3 AM, the child had another fever of 38.3 degrees Celsius, and they took Merck syrup, Aicardi syrup, and ribavirin. Today, the stool has appeared foamy. Previous treatment and effects: using Merck syrup for fever reduction. Assistance sought: Are there any effective fever-reducing methods? It is recommended to add azithromycin granules for anti-inflammatory purposes. If the stool is loose and frequent, probiotics can be added for relief. It’s important to increase fluid intake, pay attention to keeping warm, and avoid using antipyretics if the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius. The main method is physical cooling, increasing fluid intake, and using lukewarm water to wipe the neck, armpits, and inguinal areas to help lower the temperature.