Question
The 2-year-old boy has had a fever for 4 days with a body temperature mostly above 39 degrees. On the first night after the fever subsided, he developed several red spots and has been complaining of stomach discomfort. Will his temperature rise again?
Answer
Infant roseola, caused by the herpesvirus, is characterized by a high fever lasting 3 to 5 days followed by the appearance of rose-colored rashes. This could be related to the fever-reducing factors and is a sign of having infant roseola. Since there is no specific antiviral treatment, the focus is on symptomatic treatment and managing complications, primarily with traditional Chinese medicine. If there is secondary bacterial infection, appropriate antibiotics can be taken orally.