Patient's question:
The child has a viral cold and has had a fever for 2 days. The temperature has generally been above 38.3°C. After taking Hutan, the fever subsided. This afternoon, the fever reached 39°C, and after taking Meilin, it returned to normal. At 9 PM, the fever rose again to 38.3°C, and after taking Hutan, it has now subsided! The child is in good spirits and eating well.Previous Treatment and Effect: Currently taking Qingkailin granules. When the fever occurs, Hutan and Meilin are administered.
Desired Assistance: Could you please advise if there are any additional medications the child should take? The child has been yellow-skinned for a long time, and their complexion has always looked poor. How can this be adjusted and nourished?
Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, in the early stages of a cold, most cases are caused by viral infections. Viral colds typically last about a week. It is recommended to actively treat with antiviral medications, such as ribavirin granules or antiviral oral liquids, to shorten the duration of the illness. If a 10-year-old has a high fever, use fever-reducing medications like ibuprofen to address the symptoms. With proper treatment, the course of the illness is usually around a week, so there is no need to worry.