Patient's question:
The baby is seven and a half months old with low blood counts and a fever of over 38 degrees Celsius. The fever started 50 hours after receiving the hepatitis B vaccine and polio vaccine. What could be the cause and how should it be treated? Currently, we are using fever reduction patches and suppositories, and applying warm water to the hands and feet, but it's not very effective.Doctor's answer:
A seven-and-a-half-month-old baby received the hepatitis B vaccine and polio vaccine 50 hours ago. Now, they have a fever again with a temperature of over 38 degrees Celsius, and the blood test results show low white blood cell count. The baby may have a sore throat, which could be the reason for the fever. Currently, symptomatic treatment is being administered, with increased fluid intake and reduced milk feeding. If the temperature rises above 38.5 degrees Celsius, ibuprofen can be given to reduce fever. Careful observation is needed. If the fever persists three days after vaccination, a doctor should examine the throat to confirm inflammation. Once inflammation is confirmed, medication can be administered, such as Pu Dilan Xiaoyan Koufuye (Pudilan Anti-inflammatory Oral Liquid) or Xiao'er Qiaoqiang Qingre Granules, which are heat-clearing, detoxifying, and antiviral.