What does it mean to have repeated episodes of high fever?
Nov 18, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Recurrent high fever may be caused by bacterial infection leading to suppurative tonsillitis. Treat with amoxicillin capsules, azithromycin dispersible tablets, etc. It could also be otitis media caused by viral infection. Treat with ribavirin tablets, antiviral oral solution, etc. It might also be fungal pneumonia due to fungal infection. Treat with itraconazole capsules, fluconazole capsules, etc.
Recurrent high fever may be caused by conditions such as suppurative tonsillitis, otitis media, or fungal pneumonia, and patients should manage the condition according to the underlying cause.
1. Suppurative Tonsillitis
Recurrent high fever may result from bacterial infections such as Staphylococcus or Streptococcus pneumoniae leading to suppurative tonsillitis. Antibiotics may be used under a doctor's guidance to control the infection. Commonly used medications include amoxicillin capsules and azithromycin dispersible tablets.
2. Otitis Media
Otitis media caused by viral infections such as influenza virus or adenovirus may lead to persistent high fever. Antiviral medications may be taken as directed by a physician. Commonly used drugs include ribavirin tablets and antiviral oral liquid.
3. Fungal Pneumonia
When a patient’s immune system is severely weakened, fungal pneumonia may develop due to infections like pulmonary candidiasis or aspergillosis, resulting in the aforementioned symptoms. Antifungal medications may be used under a doctor’s advice. Commonly prescribed drugs include itraconazole capsules and fluconazole capsules.
