Question
A 1-year and 3-month-old baby has a fever of 38.7 degrees Celsius. The blood test results show white blood cells at 16.68, red blood cells at 5.1, platelets at 415, and platelet pressure at 0.35, with an average hemoglobin content in red blood cells of 24.4. The throat is slightly red, but there are no obvious cough or sputum symptoms. How should this be handled?
Answer
Based on the described situation and the blood test indicators, the slightly elevated white blood cell count may indicate that the immune system is responding to an infection, which could be either bacterial or viral. The platelet count of 415 is slightly lower but does not warrant concern. Considering the overall assessment, a viral infection is suspected. With the current prevalence of influenza, it is recommended to seek medical attention actively and take antiviral medications for treatment.