Patient's question:
The child showed symptoms of cough again on the evening of the 19th. In the morning of the 20th, they started to have a fever and dry cough, but the cough wasn't very severe. However, no matter what they ate or drank, they kept vomiting. In the afternoon, they went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the results indicated influenza. The doctor prescribed three days of intravenous drips, which they finished today (the third day). Yet, they are still feverish and dry coughing, with no significant improvement in symptoms. I wonder if there's a problem with the medication prescribed by the doctor? Is there a better way to treat this? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
The flu is a more severe form of cold compared to the common cold. The common cold typically lasts for three to five days with a fever that doesn't subside. The flu, however, has a longer duration, sometimes even exceeding a week, and the fever is also more difficult to reduce. It's important to drink plenty of water and take medication attentively. It is recommended to give your baby more water, pay attention to checking their temperature, as the temperature may fluctuate for three to four days. If the temperature is high, use fever-reducing medication. The illness usually takes about a week to fully recover. Don't be too anxious.