Patient's question:
Fever for two days, the doctor prescribed some azithromycin granules, which are antibiotics. I heard from others that antibiotics should not be taken within the first year of age. Is that correct? What interference does it have on the baby's growth and development if taken? What kind of assistance do you need: quick explanation...Doctor's answer:
80% to 90% of fever caused by colds is brought on by viruses, and there are over 200 different viruses that can cause fever; 10% to 20% of fever is caused by bacteria. Infants under one year old are more prone to colds because their immune systems have not yet fully developed.Advice on treating fever:
1. Take the baby to the hospital. Doctors often recommend many tests to determine the cause of the fever.
2. If the fever is viral, there is no specific medication. The main focus is to care for the baby and reduce symptoms. Generally, it improves within 7 to 10 days.
3. If the fever is bacterial, doctors may prescribe antibiotics. It is essential to take the medication on time and in the correct dosage. Some mothers may increase the dosage to speed up recovery, but this is definitely not allowed, as it may lead to adverse effects.
4. If the baby has a fever, follow the doctor's advice and take fever-reducing medication. There is no need to take fever-reducing medication if the temperature is above 38.5℃. Avoid taking cold medicine randomly. For infants under one year old, taking cold medicine randomly often does more harm than good.