Question
What medications should be given to a newborn who has been swollen and feverish at the neck for 12 days without treatment?
Answer
Lymphadenopathy often indicates an infection or inflammation. It is recommended to use antibiotics such as cefotetan or amoxicillin for anti-inflammatory treatment. At the same time, it is advisable to drink plenty of water and can use the decoction of kudzu root to drink to reduce swelling. In daily diet, it is possible to increase the intake of seaweed and cabbage. According to traditional Chinese medicine, it may be due to excessive stomach fire, so it can be taken with Zhong Gan Ling Pian and Niuhuang Jiedu Pian, as well as internal use of Dujiao Gubing. It is recommended to pay more attention to diet in daily life.