Patient's question:
My baby is six months old. A few days ago, he had a high fever of 38 to 39 degrees Celsius and went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said he might develop a rash and prescribed some antibiotics and vitamin supplements. Last night, I gave the baby some shrimp and egg custard, and then the child woke up and has been crying all night. The doctor said he might develop a rash. Could you help me analyze why my baby has been crying? Is it because of the shrimp?Doctor's answer:
The inner wall of the upper respiratory tract is infected by viruses. The viruses enter the vulnerable cells in the nasal and pharyngeal mucosa, ultimately killing the mucosal cells. However, the human body has a strong defensive capability. Before dying, the infected cells release a protein called interferon, which serves to warn adjacent healthy cells to guard against invasion.Cold: It is divided into two types: the common cold and influenza.
Common Cold: Most cases are caused by rhinoviruses, coronaviruses, adenoviruses, and Coxsackie viruses, among others. Patients typically experience respiratory symptoms such as nasal congestion and runny nose, in addition to fever. If there are no complications, common cold patients usually recover on their own within a few days without the need for medication.