Question
How should I handle a 8-month-old baby with persistent fever?
Answer
When a child exhibits symptoms of persistent fever that does not recede, it is first important to ensure they are adequately hydrated and keep them warm. It is recommended for parents to give the baby more fruits and vegetables, and conduct a routine blood test to determine the cause of the fever. If the test results show an increase in white blood cell count, this is usually indicative of a bacterial infection, which can be treated with ceftriaxone sodium injection, Yanhuning injection, and oral Tylenol. If the white blood cell count is normal, intravenous injections of ribavirin and Chuanhuning injection, along with oral Tylenol, can be administered. Finally, wish the baby a speedy recovery.