My first-grade son suddenly showed symptoms of a cold accompanied by a high fever, so I visited the pediatrician. I was very worried as his fever rose to nearly 39 degrees and his cough became severe, but I felt relieved as soon as we arrived at the hospital because they quickly checked his condition and immediately began fever-reducing measures. In the examination room, they meticulously checked his throat, breathing sounds, and ears to determine if it was just a simple cold or if there was a possibility of other illnesses.
We conducted necessary rapid tests for the flu and COVID-19, and fortunately, after it was confirmed to be a common cold, they prescribed fever reducers and cough medicine. My child was struggling, so we also had a fever-reducing injection at the hospital, and they seemed much more comfortable afterward. They explained in detail how to manage the fever at home, including hydration and rest methods, so we were able to put them into practice immediately. All the medical staff were kind.