Patient's question:
The baby is 2 years and 5 months old. It started coughing at 12:00 AM on Tuesday night, with some shortness of breath and loud sounds, but no fever. On Wednesday, we took the baby to the hospital, where antibiotics (Cephalexin) and a cough syrup (Fufang Lungen Heji) were prescribed. By Friday, there was no improvement after taking the medication; the coughing had eased, but the baby started sneezing. On Friday, a nebulizer was prescribed, but the child was uncooperative. That night, the baby had a high fever, and the antibiotics helped lower the temperature. On Saturday, we went back to the hospital for a blood test, but the blood results were normal, and it was diagnosed as a viral infection. New cough medicine was prescribed, with instructions to use a sponge bath if the fever returns. This afternoon, the baby has a fever again, at 38.5°C. Should we use a sponge bath?Doctor's answer:
Dear Consultee,From your description, it seems the baby's condition has been fluctuating, and the oral medication has not been effective. The best treatment would be intravenous infusion to suppress the condition. Intravenous medication provides sufficient dosage and is well-absorbed, taking effect quickly. For the baby to recover early, intravenous treatment is necessary. At the same time, it is recommended to take oral cough medicine and drink more water, while reducing physical activity and getting more rest.
The above is the answer to "Does the 2-year-5-month-old baby need intravenous infusion starting at 12:00 AM on Tuesday evening for coughing?"