Question
My baby is 3 years old and has been refusing to eat properly for over a week, only drinking a little milk in the morning. After taking probiotics for two days, she started coughing and had a slight fever at night. How should I handle this situation?
Answer
The child may have contracted a respiratory infection, which often comes with digestive issues such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, dry heaves, and loss of appetite. If the child is not sneezing, this may not be a common cold and requires monitoring of the child’s temperature changes and mental state. At the same time, pay attention to the child’s tongue coating and stool condition, as keeping the bowels regular can help restore normal body temperature. You can administer oral digestive aids as needed.