Should water be given for 5 month old having pus cells in urine?
Patient: My baby will complete 5 months this March 5th. she s having fever and her urine test shows 5-7/hpf pus cells. Her Dr has prescribed 1ml MOX drops every 8 hrs and 8 drops paracetamol drops every 6 hrs in case of fever. He s also asked to do cold sponge with tap water. She was passing mustardy to green foamy stool past 2 days. Have not yet got her stool test.What else am I supposed to take care of. I have less breast milk so she has formula milk and cerelac too. Should i give her plain water every now and then? Is there anything else I need to do. Have no Doctor: Thanks for consulting at Healthcare Magic.Your baby is suffering from urinary tract infection (UTI). Continue antibiotics and paracetamol as prescribed by your doctor.You can add formula with proper dilution if breast milk is not sufficient. Amoxicillin may cause loose motion in some patients but it doesn't warrant it withdrawal. Continue antibiotics as it is crucial to treat UTI completely in infants to avoid future complications.If your baby is passing loose stools and getting dehydrated then you may add ORS solution. You may also add fluids or fruit juices.If fever doesn't subside within 5 days your doctor may advice some investigation like urine culture and sensitivity, USG, CBC etc. to decide further management.