Patient's question:
My daughter is almost three years old. Recently, she has been feverish every night, with temperatures consistently above 38 degrees Celsius. However, by the next day, her fever subsides. We took her to the hospital for an injection, but a day later, she got sick again. What medicine should we give her now?Doctor's answer:
Hello: The nervous system of infants and young children is not yet fully developed, making them prone to high fever or a rapid return of body temperature after taking fever-reducing medication. For this reason, parents should have a basic understanding. In addition to following medical advice for treatment and caring for the sick child, parents should also learn and master some necessary knowledge for identifying illnesses.1. Observe the child's mental state. If the child has a high fever but is still in good spirits, able to laugh and play after taking fever-reducing medication, and behaves normally, it indicates that the condition is not serious, and home care can be continued with peace of mind. However, if the child appears lethargic, tired, or indifferent, it suggests a severe condition and requires immediate medical attention.
2. Observe the child's complexion. If the child's complexion is normal or flushed, home care can be carried out with confidence. However, if the complexion is pale, yellow, blue, or purple, and the child appears drowsy, it indicates a serious condition and requires hospitalization.
3. Observe whether the child is experiencing severe, projectile vomiting. If so, it may indicate a cranial brain disorder and requires immediate medical attention.
4. Check for rashes on the skin. If present, it may suggest an infectious disease or a drug allergy. Also, check if the skin appears purple or cold, as this may indicate circulatory failure. Both conditions require hospitalization.
5. Observe whether the child has abdominal pain and bloody or purulent stools. Abdominal pain that does not respond to pressure suggests acute abdominal pain and requires immediate medical attention. Bloody or purulent stools indicate dysentery or other conditions, and hospitalization is necessary.