Patient's question:
My son is 19 years old and has had a fever for four days. He went to the hospital for a check-up, and the lung examination showed no problems. The blood test results indicated that his blood count was not high, so the doctor recommended no intravenous fluids and prescribed Klaramycin sustained-release tablets and Four Seasons Antiviral Syrup. My child has no appetite and experiences recurrent high fever, with a peak temperature reaching 39.5°C, usually around 38°C. He has been temporarily relieved by taking ibuprofen suspension, but the fever returns.Previous Treatment and Effects:
Chest X-ray and blood test were conducted at the hospital.
Desired Assistance:
What virus is causing this? Why is it so persistent?
Doctor's answer:
The causes of fever in children are quite numerous, and clinical diagnosis can be divided into infectious and non-infectious categories, with infectious causes being more common. Common causes include colds. For fever, it is essential to first identify the underlying cause and then address it accordingly. High temperatures can easily lead to febrile seizures in children, making it necessary to control the body temperature primarily through medication and physical cooling methods. Specific medications should ideally be used under the guidance of a doctor.