Patient's question:
My child started having a fever on the 16th and had a blood test result of 8.2 (it was confirmed not to be mycoplasma). We have given them fever-reducing medicine, cephalosporin, and Kugan Chongji. On the 18th, the fever subsided, but they began coughing severely, which has continued until today, mainly during naps and sleep. Sometimes they also have clear nasal discharge. Should I give them ribavirin or other medications? Additionally, my child has had poor tracheal health since childhood, and I’ve heard that acupoint patches are effective during the Sanjiu Sanfu period. Could you please give me your opinion? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
Your child started feeling sick on the 16th, so now antiviral medication is no longer needed. If the treatment has been oral so far, it is recommended to first visit the pediatric department for a check-up. If necessary, intravenous treatment can be considered. If the test shows it is not a mycoplasma infection, it is also worth considering the possibility of allergic cough. I suggest trying aerosol therapy, which can both alleviate allergies and help with mucus relief. Children are prone to respiratory diseases, and the method of treating winter illnesses in summer can be adopted. However, I believe the key lies in strengthening the child's constitution.