Patient's question:
My baby is 8.5 months old. Last night, he had a fever of 39 degrees Celsius. The doctor said to take Motrin first. After a whole day has passed, there hasn't been much improvement. Is it a good idea to get an IV drip in this situation?Previous treatment history and effectiveness: Around 6.5 months, he had a fever and diarrhea once. After staying in the hospital for 2 days with an IV drip, he recovered.
What kind of help do you need: Is it suitable to get an IV drip based on the described condition? Should Motrin still be continued?
Doctor's answer:
Based on your description, if the baby has a fever with no other discomforts, it is more likely that the baby has a possibility of having roseola. Roseola primarily affects babies around 6 months old. Generally, after a fever lasting 3-5 days, the fever subsides and the rash appears, and the illness resolves. When the baby's temperature reaches 38.5°C, you can give them Motrin to reduce fever. You can also take Taurine granules to clear heat and detoxify. Alternatively, you can take the baby to the hospital for intravenous medication treatment, such as Ganoderma lucidum to clear heat and detoxify. Wishing the baby a speedy recovery.