Question
The child was lethargic after vomiting last night, had loose stools this morning, has been coughing, and has a history of fever. They have been taking Yanhuangning and ceftriaxone for the past few days. What should I do?
Answer
The child’s lethargy after vomiting last night may be due to viral gastroenteritis caused by a fever. It is recommended that you take the child to the pediatric department of the hospital as soon as possible for a stool test. If the test results show inflammation, it is suggested to use antibiotics and antiviral medications for a period of time, and to provide adequate fluid supplementation to prevent electrolyte imbalance. During treatment, encourage the child to drink plenty of water, which will help in the recovery from the illness.