Question
How should one handle the situation where a four-year-old girl is suffering from pharyngeal congestion, a body temperature of 39 degrees, coughing, and elevated serum creatine kinase levels?
Answer
A significantly elevated serum creatine kinase level may be due to an imbalanced diet or excessive intake of high-protein foods, which can overload the digestive system. Appropriate physical exercise may help stabilize the child’s metabolic function. Additionally, this stress-induced increase could be caused by viral infection affecting the myocardium, so focused anti-inflammatory and antiviral treatment is necessary, along with adequate rest and avoiding overexertion. The diet should be light and based on fresh vegetables and fruits, with a reduction in protein intake. Q: Is the child consuming an excessive amount of protein?