Patient's question:
Tics, Coma, Low-grade fever that doesn't subside Since January 5, 2010 to the present, it was initially just a recurrence of high fever. That night, no treatment was administered. In the morning, when the child started crying again, tics appeared in the mouth and face. Previous treatment and effectiveness: After careful examination...Doctor's answer:
Viral encephalitis can be treated with acyclovir or ara-A, but there are no specific treatments for it in general. Symptomatic and supportive therapy is usually adopted, providing sufficient nutrition, fluids, and electrolytes. Measures such as cooling and anticonvulsants are applied based on symptoms. Patients in a coma should receive good care, with attention paid to skin and oral hygiene, regular turning, back tapping, and sputum suction to prevent secondary infections. During the acute phase, increased intracranial pressure should be monitored, and 20% mannitol solution can be used for dehydration. In severe cases, short-term use of corticosteroids may be considered. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can also be tested. The above suggestions are for the question "What to do if you get viral encephalitis?" and hope to be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!