Patient's question:
A 14-month-old baby had a fever on Friday and Saturday nights last week, with normal temperatures during the day, reaching a high of 38.7°C. After eating, the fever came down, but the appetite was poor, and the baby ate a lot of milk but refused solid food. On Sunday, blood tests were conducted, and the white blood cell count was normal, but the C-reactive protein was 26, indicating inflammation. The doctor said it was a throat infection (no ulcers), prescribed a pediatric cephalosporin and Qingkailing, and advised taking it for five days.After returning home, there was no fever on Monday and Tuesday, and the appetite gradually improved. However, on Wednesday morning, the fever returned, fluctuating between 37.5°C and 38°C. How should this be resolved?
Doctor's answer:
Considering it may be a bacterial infection, symptoms such as fever caused by inflammation can lead to symptoms like weakness. If the temperature does not exceed 38.5°C, there is no need for fever-reducing medication. It is recommended to follow the doctor's advice. Do not stop taking medication; keep drinking water and observe closely. The above content is the complete answer to the question: "What should I do if my 14-month-old baby has a fever on Friday and Saturday night?" We hope the patient can recover quickly and be free from illness.