Baby at Nine and a Half Months with a Fever of 38°, What’s Going On?

A nine and a half month-old baby suddenly developed a fever without any symptoms of a cold. The baby was not very interested in eating, but was not crying or restless, and was in good spirits. After applying a fever-reducing patch and taking 1.5 milliliters of Merck syrup, the temperature dropped to 36.9° before bedtime. However, by 4 am today, the baby’s temperature rose to 37.8° again. By noon today, the temperature rose to 37.9° again. Half a dose of Chai Gui fever-reducing oral liquid was administered, along with another fever-reducing patch. The temperature remains at 37.9°. Should the baby see a doctor, and what could have caused the fever?
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Baby at Nine Months Old Has a Slightly Yellow Face, Lacks Energy, and Sleeps Poorly – Possible Causes?

At nine months old, the baby’s face is slightly yellow, and they should have already lost the jaundice. This may be due to liver function or bilirubin metabolism abnormalities. It is recommended to take the baby to the hospital for a check-up, including liver function and bilirubin tests, to determine the cause and receive appropriate treatment advice.
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Baby at Nine Months Old, Clear Mucus Turns Yellow, What’s Happening?

My baby, who is nine months old, used to have clear mucus but now it has turned yellow and is a bit thick. What could be the cause? Is it serious? The baby’s mouth is full of sticky saliva, almost like they’re swallowing mucus. The baby often swallows saliva. The nose is severely blocked, but everything else is fine. What medicine should I give to treat the mucus? It’s very uncomfortable. Should I give an antibiotic? I’ve already given him cefpodoxime.
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Baby at Seven Months Old Experiencing Black Green Diarrhea, What to Do?

A seven-month-old baby is experiencing black green diarrhea, accompanied by runny, sticky mucus. This could be due to dyspepsia, enteritis, or catching a cold. It’s crucial to identify the cause first and provide appropriate treatment, such as taking probiotics, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication, or undergoing intravenous drip therapy. Also, ensure the baby drinks plenty of warm water and receives appropriate abdominal massage to alleviate symptoms.
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