Patient's question:
The baby has a fever of 39.6 degrees Celsius, and the test results show high blood count at 13,000, so the doctor prescribed three days of medication. After taking it, the baby is still constantly running a nose, sneezing, coughing, and has phlegm in the throat. The doctor then prescribed another three days of medication, but the baby is still not getting better.Previous Treatment and Effects:
- Took Elixir of Paracetamol, Chlorpheniramine, and Cefixime
- Took Elixir of Promoting Lung Ventilation and Thinning Phlegm
Help Needed:
How should the treatment proceed? Should we get an IV drip?
Doctor's answer:
According to the careful examination results, the child still has a cold, but it may be caused by a viral infection. In this situation, if the effect of medication is not good, it is recommended to receive intravenous fluids, using antibiotics and antiviral medications, preferably with antibiotics administered through intravenous therapy. Pay attention to drinking more water in daily diet, avoid spicy and cold foods during the treatment period, take care to prevent colds, and get adequate rest.