Patient's question:
That's right, my son is nine years old, and he's had a cough for ten days. At first, he just coughed, but after taking medicine for three days, it didn't control it, and he got a fever again. He was given intravenous fluids for five days, but he still coughed and had a fever, around 38 degrees Celsius. Yesterday, he had a mycoplasma test, blood tests, and X-rays taken. The doctor said it was bronchitis and prescribed medication for three days. Today, the fever still hasn't gone down, and I'm very anxious.Doctor's answer:
It may be caused by bronchitis. You need to go to the hospital for tests such as chest X-rays, CT scans, bronchoscopy, and bronchial provocation tests. Oral amoxicillin-clavulanate potassium, expectorant, licorice tablets, ketotifen, and traditional Chinese medicine for cough and phlegm relief should be taken for treatment. Avoid spicy, alcoholic, and cold foods that are irritating. Regular exercise and physical conditioning should be strengthened.There are many causes of respiratory diseases in children. If a child is diagnosed with a respiratory system issue, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for immediate treatment, including gastric decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. The child should have a balanced diet and avoid irritating and cold foods.