At present, most parts of my country have entered winter, and the high incidence of respiratory infectious diseases in children has reached the peak of treatment. The fever clinics of major children's hospitals have ushered in the peak of medical treatment, and many children have symptoms such as fever and cough.
Which viruses may cause these respiratory symptoms in children? Let’s listen to the expert’s interpretation -
Variety of viruses can cause respiratory symptoms in children
Wang Quan, director of the emergency department of Beijing Children’s Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University, said, “In the current context, mothers may be more worried. On the one hand, they are worried about their child’s condition, and they have a fever and cough; on the other hand, they think that if they will be infected with new viruses when they are sent to the hospital now, or there are other potential risks, etc. I think these are understandable.”
Wang Quan introduced that many pathogens may cause common symptoms such as fever and cough. The most common pathogens are still viruses, and common viruses include rhinovirus, influenza virus, parainfluenza virus, etc.
In addition, in the autumn and winter, there will be some bacteria, including Streptococcus pneumoniae, and some atypical viruses, including Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection, which may cause symptoms such as fever and cough.
What should I pay attention to when bringing my own medicine in my family?
Many parents have been particularly concerned recently whether to prepare some medicine for their children during this season in case of emergency.
Wang Quan said that some medicines can be prepared, such as some medicines for treating fever; diarrhea may lead to dehydration, and you can prepare some oral rehydration salts, etc. "Some of the fever drugs we often have are suitable for children over 6 months of age. You can prepare ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Children between 2 and 6 months of age can prepare acetaminophen. However, I would like to remind parents that when preparing medicine at home, in principle, I hope that when taking medicine to your children, you should follow the doctor's advice when taking medicine. I remind all parents that there is no need to prepare a lot of medicine at home. First, it is indeed unnecessary; second, if there is a lot of medicine at home, if the storage is not properly done, the chances of children taking mistakes may increase significantly, and there is also the possibility of feeding the wrong medicine, so parents are not advised to stock up too many medicines."
What issues should be paid attention to when taking medicine to your children on their own?
Wang Quan said that drugs have different adaptation ranges for children of different ages, and have different requirements for the weight, symptoms, and different ages of the child. Therefore, you must read the instructions carefully, and do not use the medication based on experience, or use the method of reducing the medication as a child. This may be a very unsafe state for children. "Maintain a regular routine, have adequate sleep, have a reasonable diet, balanced nutrition, and eat more fruits and vegetables, especially in the north. The weather in winter is relatively dry, so let your children drink more water and strengthen their exercise."
Source: CCTV News Client, New Yellow River Client
