How to properly handle a baby with continuous fever

Patient's question:

The baby has had a fever of 37.7°C at night for two consecutive days. During the day, the baby is in good condition and doesn't have a fever, but the appetite has decreased. At night, when the fever occurs, the baby is reluctant to drink milk. On days with good weather, the baby goes outside. There is some stuffiness in the nose, and there is a little nasal discharge during the day.

Doctor's answer:

After reading your description, your baby's fever is caused by a cold. With a temperature of 37.7°C, you can give your baby more water to slow down metabolism. You can also use a warm towel to wipe under the armpits and groin, which are large sweat glands, for physical cooling. If the fever does not exceed 38.5°C, there is no need to take fever-reducing medication. For a stuffy nose and runny nose, you can give your child some children's acetaminophen and phenylephrine tablets.
The above suggestions are for the question "Baby has a fever of 37.7°C for two consecutive nights." I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!

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