Question
A 14-month-old son has been tested with an elevated blood count. How should this be handled?
Answer
Based on experience, this condition is often considered a symptom of a bacterial infection and typically requires intravenous treatment. Initially, cephalosporin or penicillin medicine would be administered. Due to the elevated blood count in the child, it is recommended to undergo intravenous anti-inflammatory treatment to accelerate recovery, as oral medications may not be as effective. Generally, drugs such as Ceftriaxone and Ribavirin can be administered, with a treatment course of usually 3-5 days.