Question
How should a 11-month-old baby with persistent fever and mild diarrhea, which recurs after the fever-reducing medication wears off, be treated? The baby began to have a fever at night after recovering from diarrhea and consuming oil. Routine blood tests showed normal white blood cell counts, and the doctor was unable to determine the cause. The fever lasted for two to three days, with temperatures ranging from 37.8 to 39.5 degrees Celsius.
Answer
Considering the baby’s persistent fever following diarrhea, along with vomiting symptoms, and normal white blood cell counts from blood tests, a viral or mixed infection is likely. Antiviral oral liquids, ibuprofen suspension, and cefixime can be administered for symptomatic treatment. Ensure the baby drinks plenty of water and consider physical cooling (cooling) methods. Remind the baby to rest adequately and closely monitor any changes in the condition.