Question
The three-month-old baby started having a high fever on the morning of April 1, 2013. After visiting the hospital and taking antipyretic medication, the body temperature decreased. However, a few hours later, the temperature began to rise again. Subsequently, the baby was administered intravenous antibiotics for six consecutive days, but the fever did not subside, with the highest temperature reaching 39.5 degrees. The body temperature can be reduced after taking antipyretic medication, but it will rise again soon. Blood tests showed mild anemia, and chest X-rays were normal. The recurrence of low-grade fever has been ongoing for seven days. Previous treatment and its effects were that the condition improved after hospitalization and intravenous administration during previous episodes of fever. The parents are seeking assistance and hope to understand the cause of the baby’s persistent high fever and whether more detailed examinations at a larger hospital are needed.