Advice on Handling Elevated White Blood Cell Levels and Infections in Babies
After two days of antibiotic treatment for tonsillitis, a child’s fever remains high. How should this be handled?
A one-year and eleven-month-old baby began to have a fever in the evening of November 5th, with a temperature of 38.8 degrees measured before bedtime, and received fever-reducing medication. On the evening of the 6th, redness appeared in the lower part of the child’s genitals, and the child cried out in pain. On the morning of the 7th, the temperature was normal, but a urine routine test showed normal results, while a blood routine test indicated a bacterial infection. The doctor pointed out that pharyngitis was the main cause, but the reason for the genital swelling was unclear.
A four-month-old baby with a fever of around 38 degrees, accompanied by diarrhea and a slightly red and swollen throat, shows elevated white blood cells and C-reactive protein in blood tests. The doctor diagnosed it as a bacterial infection and prescribed Cefixime dry suspension. In addition, the doctor advised a urine routine test to confirm the presence of urinary tract infection.
Baby’s white blood cell count reaches 15,000 after vomiting 20+ times. After five days of intravenous fluids, abdominal discomfort didn’t improve, and fever recurred. Seeking effective treatment methods.
A 6-year-old child frequently experiences fever and has elevated blood counts in routine blood tests. Despite being diagnosed with a bacterial infection and undergoing treatment for a month, the blood counts have not decreased, and there are symptoms of mild fever and cough. The parents are seeking an explanation for the child’s condition.
A lung shadow appeared, and after undergoing anti-inflammatory treatment and a follow-up CT scan, the shadow did not disappear. The doctor advised that there is no need to worry if there are no symptoms and allowed discharge.
Possible Causes of Baby Coughs
Diabetic patients may suffer from recurrent fever due to infections.
Describes symptoms of diarrhea and abnormal bowel movements, and inquires about how to manage the condition.