Patient's question:
There has been an improvement. Ever since the fever, it has been constantly running a nose. Despite taking many medications, it keeps recurring. It gets better for a day or two, then the running nose returns, accompanied by coughing. The coughing gets worse at night when taking naps, and it feels like there is phlegm in the throat. This has been happening on and off for about a month. I have seen many doctors, some saying it's allergies, others saying it's rhinitis. I have taken all kinds of anti-inflammatory medications and had several days of intravenous drips, but the condition remains the same—better for a day or two, then recurring again. The other day, it even had a high fever of 39°C. The fever subsided after the drips and medication, but now the coughing is worse—day and night. It's so severe that it's impossible to take naps. Even a short nap is interrupted by coughing. The running nose still persists, and it's watery. Previously, it was thick, but sometimes it was watery as well. (Does the recurrent running nose of the baby have anything to do with the microelement deficiency—zinc and iron found during the checkup? The doctor mentioned slight anemia in the urine test.)Previous Treatment and Effects: The baby had pneumonia at birth and was hospitalized twice, taking many medications and having numerous intravenous drips. At four to five months, it developed tracheitis. Now, at ten and a half months, it suddenly gets feverish, coughs, and has diarrhea. Whenever it has a fever, it lasts for more than a month. The baby is constantly taking medication.
Desired Assistance: I want to ask if the frequent intravenous drips might weaken the baby's body or immune system. Also, why does the baby keep running a nose on and off? Is it truly due to nasal allergies? What should I do? It breaks my heart to see the baby constantly being forced to take medication. Why do hospitals always insist on intravenous drips when visiting them? Are they just trying to make money?
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, it is preliminarily considered that the baby may have upper respiratory tract infections due to poor immunity and exposure to cold. It is recommended that you always maintain a calm mindset, feed the baby appropriately, actively and comprehensively prevent and treat conditions such as rickets, anemia, and malnutrition. Enhance the baby's physical exercise to boost immunity. Adjust clothing and bedding according to temperature changes to prevent catching colds. During seasons prone to fever, avoid crowded public places. When the child is feeling unwell, it is still advisable to seek medical advice at a formal hospital for follow-up examinations, improved relevant tests, and a clear diagnosis. Treat the condition based on the specific cause to avoid missing the opportunity for timely care.