Question
After three days, the child started taking Huanglian, Qingmi, Virazole, and Methotrexate (initially every 8 hours, then twice a day after two days), and on the 10th morning, the first group of Qingmi was administered. Could this lead to drug allergies that leave residual symptoms in the child?
Answer
Drug allergies refer to allergic reactions caused by oral, injectable, or topical medications, which often manifest as skin redness, itching, palpitations, rashes, and difficulty breathing. Among all drug reactions, drug eruptions or drug-induced dermatitis are the most common. In severe cases, they may lead to shock or even death. Once symptoms of drug allergies appear, immediate medical attention and effective anti-allergic treatment should be sought. For patients with drug allergies, timely treatment usually does not result in residual symptoms, even in cases of allergic shock. Weakness may be due to the impact of drug allergies on the patient, but it can be restored through attention to diet and rest and adjustment after anti-allergic treatment.