Question
A child has symptoms of swollen tonsils and has been feverish for the past two days, suspected to be due to catching a cold. During the visit yesterday, the diagnosis was an upper respiratory infection, and injections of Xyloprim and oral Cefixime were administered, along with a prescription for Qingkailing Oral Liquid. Although medication has been taken, the fever symptoms still persist. How effective is this treatment?
Answer
The tonsils are part of the body’s immune system, and fever may be due to inflammation. It is recommended to continue the treatment and consider adding Dongling herb tablets. Generally, fever can take from one week to a month to improve, and medication can accelerate recovery. If the fever exceeds 38 degrees Celsius, you can give the child antipyretic medication or perform physical cooling. At the same time, increasing sleep and fluid intake can also help accelerate recovery.