Patient's question:
The child has had a fever for 8 days. They went to the hospital for blood tests, an electroencephalogram, a lumbar puncture, and a cardiac ultrasound, but everything came back normal. The doctor ruled out pneumonia, encephalitis, and Kawasaki disease. Only the blood test showed a bacterial infection. They have been continuously receiving intravenous anti-inflammatory medication, but the high fever persists, quickly returning after it subsides. Even after administering methylprednisolone intravenously, the fever remains difficult to reduce. What should we do? We are almost desperate.Doctor's answer:
Hello, based on the child's condition, it is mostly considered that the cough and discomfort such as fever are caused by respiratory tract inflammation. It is recommended to perform tests such as lung X-ray and blood routine for a definitive diagnosis. After confirmation, use intravenous medications like cefixime, irinotecan, and lymphovin under the guidance of a doctor. Oral medications such as clarithromycin granules, children's furcol, and qingkailing granules should also be taken. If the fever is severe, additional oral medications like anrek can be added for short-term use.