A 1-year-old and a half child has a cough with phlegm and yellow nasal discharge. The blood test result shows a white cell count of 9.83 and a lymphocyte count of 4.73, which is elevated. The child has been taking medication for three days but has not improved. Should the medication be changed?
Understand whether a 1.5-year-old child’s body temperature of 36.7-37 degrees Celsius falls within the normal range, and how to deal with fever in children.
Does a baby crying at strangers mean it’s shy? How should one handle it?
Discuss whether a 10-month-old baby’s hemoglobin level of 93g is normal, and provide suggestions on how to improve anemia.
A 12-month-old baby’s height of 74 centimeters is normal; it’s important to treat it correctly and increase nutritional intake.
A parent inquires whether a 13-month-old baby’s head circumference of 49 cm is a symptom of hydrocephalus. A doctor advises regular checks and considers brain CT scans to confirm any symptoms.
A baby’s bilirubin level is 13.4 at 5 days old. Does it require hospitalization? Discuss the normal range and treatment methods.
Newborn bilirubin levels are generally considered normal if they do not exceed 15mg/dL. Observe for any associated symptoms, and if no treatment is required, jaundice typically resolves on its own. If the level is elevated, consider medication such as Phyllanthus granules or blue light therapy. Parents should closely monitor their baby’s condition and seek professional medical diagnosis and treatment if necessary. Avoid self-administering any medication not prescribed by a doctor to prevent adverse effects on the baby.
Discussing the medical significance and coping strategies for a 14-day-old newborn with a jaundice level of 300.
Description of a 2-Month-Old Baby’s Condition: The baby is 50 days old, and the jaundice has not subsided. Is a bilirubin level of 14.7 severe?