Question
The child is three years old, with a body temperature of 37.3 degrees and a slight cough. They have been treated in the hospital with continuous intravenous infusion for 5 days, with the body temperature fluctuating between normal and 37.3 degrees. Seeking assistance: Should they continue with intravenous treatment or is taking cold medicine at home sufficient?
Answer
Hello, considering the child is still running a fever, it should be continued with intravenous treatment. Considering the possibility of mycoplasma infection, it is recommended to switch to azithromycin or erythromycin and observe the situation, while also taking some cooling and detoxifying oral liquid, drinking plenty of water and plain water, and maintaining a light diet, avoiding sweets, cold foods, and greasy foods. This condition is often caused by viral infection and may also be related to mycoplasma or chlamydia infection. Generally speaking, if there are no obvious symptoms, you can consider stopping medication for observation or simply taking appropriate cold medicine. Maintain a comfortable mood, regularly measure body temperature, and drink plenty of water.