A 4-year-old and 9-month-old child with repeated fever followed by pain in both legs - what could be the cause?

Patient's question:

A 4-year-old and 9-month-old child with repeated fever followed by leg pain - what could be the issue? December 4th to 7th, fever, doctor said viral infection, treated with four days of (Amoxicillin + Viral Rub, Yanhunning + Amoxicillin). Past treatment and effectiveness: None. Desired help: Resolve leg pain issue.

Doctor's answer:

After the child had a fever, the legs started to hurt again. It could be that during the fever, muscle tremors generated more heat, leading to an increase in lactic acid and other decomposition metabolic waste in the muscles, causing pain. It's also necessary to consider the possibility of having viral myositis.
1. You can soak your feet in warm, slightly salted water.
2. You can use some inosine, ATP, fructose, and other nutrients to nourish the muscles.
3. Focus on antiviral medication treatment.
4. If necessary, have an electromyography test to determine if there is myositis.

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