Patient's question:
My mom hasn't been able to cook recently and often says she has a headache and feels dizzy. The key is that I don't really know what's going on, but she just seems a bit unwell. How should I handle a baby with a high fever?Doctor's answer:
Viral infections usually subside with a fever in 3 or 4 days. If a rash appears after the fever breaks, it is likely roseola, indicating that the illness is recovering. You can increase fluid intake. Keep the environment cool, with a room temperature around 27 degrees Celsius. The child should not be too hot, wrapped up too tightly, or exposed to drafts. Ensure proper nutrition, and continue breastfeeding. Children often prefer to sleep on their stomachs due to internal heat. It is recommended to consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for herbs that nourish stomach yin, such as Yiwei Decoction, which can be quite beneficial. At the same time, it is advisable to reduce the child's intake of meat and other high-protein foods.