Question
The child is currently 6 months and 15 days old, suffering from cough with phlegm and a fever of 38.5 degrees at night. What should be done at this point?
Answer
Based on the parent’s description, the child has developed a fever, cough, and phlegm symptoms at the age of 6 months. The duration of the fever is unclear, and no mention has been made of any medication treatment received. It is recommended that if the fever persists for more than 3 days without improvement, the child should be taken to the hospital for a routine blood test and lung X-ray to further confirm the cause and receive guidance on medication. Wishing the child a speedy recovery!