Why a 5-Year-Old Baby Still Has a Fever After Four Days of Intravenous Treatment for the Common Cold

Question

A parent inquired about their 5-year-old baby who has been suffering from a common cold and fever and has been receiving intravenous treatment for four days. The fever continued from the afternoon to late at night, even though blood tests showed normal results. Antibiotics (Imipenem, Ceftriaxone) and Chinese medicine (Houttuynia) were administered, but the fever symptoms did not improve. They asked for the possible reasons.

Answer

The baby received intravenous treatment for a common cold and fever for four days, during which antibiotics (Imipenem, Ceftriaxone) and Chinese medicine (Houttuynia) were used, yet still had a fever from the afternoon to late at night. Possible reasons may include uncontrolled bacterial infection, inappropriate medication selection, or the baby having a weaker resistance. It is recommended to further investigate the baby’s infection status and adjust the treatment plan accordingly. Additionally, parents may also ask the doctor whether fever-reducing medication is needed to alleviate the baby’s discomfort.