Question
An 11-year-old girl has been suffering from a fever for over ten days, and medication and injections at home have not provided any relief. What should be done? Should she be given intravenous fluids or continue taking medication? What tests should be conducted? What treatment approach should be adopted?
Answer
In this situation, a routine blood test can be conducted for a detailed examination to determine whether the fever is caused by a bacterial infection or a viral infection. Once the cause is identified, anti-inflammatory or antiviral treatment can be initiated. Additionally, it is important to ensure adequate hydration and use physical cooling methods to help the body recover. This also helps to strengthen the body’s constitution and immunity, reducing the likelihood of future illnesses.