Can children with fever drink brown sugar ginger water?

Patient's question:

I don't know what's going on, but my child has been misbehaving and crying non-stop recently. Even the hospital check-up didn't help. Can children with fever drink brown sugar ginger water?

Doctor's answer:

This fever should be temporary and not persistent. Drinking ginger tea with brown sugar is also acceptable, and it will not cause the child to catch a cold. Encourage the child to rest more and drink plenty of plain water. There are many reasons that can cause respiratory issues in children. If the child is diagnosed with a respiratory condition, parents need to cooperate with the doctor in active treatment, assist with gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should be mindful not to let the child develop picky eating habits and ensure a balanced diet.

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