Patient's question:
My baby is fifty days old and has a high fever of over 38 degrees. Sometimes, she also has a runny nose. We took her to the hospital and were prescribed fever-reducing medicine, but it didn't work. Even fever patches didn't help.Previous treatment and effectiveness: Took fever-reducing medicine twice and had intravenous drips.
Type of help needed: What should I do if the fever doesn't go down?
Doctor's answer:
There are many reasons that can cause high fever, such as bacterial infections, viral infections, and catching a cold. When taking medication, pay attention to choosing drugs with fewer side effects. When the temperature is not above 38.5, focus on drinking more water.Suggestions: If the temperature is below that, it is necessary to actively use fever-reducing medication and actively implement physical cooling methods. At the same time, drink more water, and actively conduct blood tests when necessary to confirm the condition.