Patient's question:
The baby is 18 months old and has a fever of 39.7°C. They took fever-reducing medicine, and the fever patch brought it down to 38.4°C. However, it rose again to 39.1°C in the second half of the night. We have Antiviral Oral Liquid, Cefuroxime Dry Suspension, and Pu'di Lan Oral Liquid at home. The baby is also slightly coughing.Doctor's answer:
Currently, it is highly likely that the child has an acute upper respiratory tract infection, most of which are caused by viral infections, while a small portion is caused by bacterial infections. At present, the main treatment is to control the fever and drink warm water in small amounts multiple times. Pu'dilan oral liquid can be taken. If necessary, it is recommended to have blood tests done at the hospital. If bacterial infection is detected, then consider taking cephalosporin antibiotics. The above is advice on this issue, hoping it helps you. Wishing you good health!