Question
Since the 21st week of the first year, the baby has been suffering from diarrhea and vomiting. The stool is watery, and the baby throws up both when drinking water and eating. At night, the baby often cries a few times and sleeps curled up. After receiving intravenous fluid treatment, the baby improved. By the 25th, the baby started having a high fever, coughing, and running a nose. The doctor at the outpatient clinic diagnosed it as a fever, with symptoms involving the…
Answer
This is a symptom of fever, primarily due to decreased immunity caused by enteritis in recent days, which has led to the recurrence of current fever symptoms. Prolonged fever can lead to seizures in children, so it is crucial to seek timely treatment to prevent severe complications. It is suggested to have a chest X-ray done at the hospital to check for lung inflammation. In addition, you can first administer antipyretic medication to reduce the child’s fever and prevent seizures caused by high fever. Moreover, it is best to give the child azithromycin, which is easier for children to digest but must be the pediatric-specific version. Additionally, it is best to have the child’s lungs cleared at the hospital after a doctor’s examination before administering medication. Drinking plenty of glucose solution can be quite effective. Good luck, and may your child recover soon.