Question
My baby had phlegm in the throat yesterday morning, so we went to the hospital for a detailed examination and were prescribed an antiviral oral liquid and a lung-cleaning syrup. However, this morning, the baby had a fever of 37.7 degrees Celsius again. I have already used warm water to wipe down for fever reduction multiple times, but the situation seems to have not improved, and the coughing symptoms have also become more severe. What should I do?
Answer
Based on your description of your baby’s condition and symptoms, as well as the detailed examination and medication prescribed, it is first recommended to proceed with symptomatic treatment as per the prescription and observe the treatment effect. Since the medication has just started and the condition has not been fully controlled yet, it is advisable to continue with symptomatic treatment, pay attention to fluid intake, maintain a light diet, and get plenty of rest. If the baby develops a fever again, physical cooling methods can be used, which are usually more effective.