Patient's question:
Diarrhea for five days, intravenous infusion, taking probiotics and smectite, no improvement, still with low-grade fever.Current treatment and effectiveness: Blood tests and stool tests were normal, no allergies or hereditary diseases.
What help is needed: How to treat diarrhea and low-grade fever.
Doctor's answer:
The child's condition may be caused by catching a cold. If the temperature is 37.8°C with low fever, physical cooling should be the primary approach. For temperatures above 38.5°C, fever-reducing medication can be used. Hornbeam is a cold-natured herb, and since the child already has nausea and vomiting, taking this medicine may alleviate these symptoms. Its use is not recommended. Both bacterial and viral diarrhea can cause fever, and catching a cold can also lead to upper respiratory infections, resulting in sore throat discomfort. You can consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for syndrome differentiation and treatment, using medications such as Xiaocaihu Granules or Huazao Powder. Increase fluid intake and temporarily suspend supplementary foods.