Question
My 8-month-old baby has had a fever for 2 days, with temperatures fluctuating between 37.1° and 39.7°. We have given the baby fever-reducing medication and suppositories, as well as various physical cooling methods, but the fever keeps coming back. Blood tests show a low white blood cell count and neutrophils, with lymphocytes elevated, suggesting a possible viral infection. What better treatment options are there?
Answer
The baby has been suffering from a fever for 3 days, with temperatures fluctuating between 37.1° and 39.7°. Fever-reducing medication and suppositories, along with various physical cooling methods, have been used, but the fever continues to recur. Blood tests indicate a low white blood cell count and neutrophils, with elevated lymphocytes, pointing to a possible viral infection. It is recommended to undergo intravenous treatment.