Question
Is it normal for a one-year-old baby to have a low fever and excessive eye discharge?
Answer
This symptom in a baby is indicative of acute conjunctivitis and necessitates immediate consultation with an ophthalmologist. The treatment may involve the use of rifampin eye drops topically, along with oral azithromycin or cefuroxime, among other symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications. Wishing the baby a swift recovery. If diagnosed with pneumonia, intravenous treatment with penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics may be required.