Patient's question:
For some time, blisters grew on my oral and throat, and I received intravenous drips for three days, which healed. Two days later, I suddenly had a fever, runny nose, nasal congestion, and mild cough! It was a bit of a high fever, measured at 37.4°C in the morning. After taking ibuprofen, it improved, but by the evening, the fever dropped again to 38.5°C. This has been happening on and off for two or three days! I've been eating and drinking well, and my spirits are good!Previous Treatment and Effects: Currently, I am taking oral medication (paracetamol, chlorpheniramine, and pseudoephedrine), cough medicine, and cefalexin. Ibuprofen is given when she has a fever.
Kind of Help Needed: I want to know if she should go to the hospital like this? Why does the high fever keep coming and going? Is it related to the fever?
Doctor's answer:
Based on your description and your baby's symptoms, it is more likely that they have a fever due to catching a cold, accompanied by a high temperature. It is recommended to pay attention to rest, avoid excessive exercise, maintain a light diet, and drink plenty of water. You can take Paracetamol and Chlorpheniramine for children, and Antiviral Oral Liquid. For fever, you can use physical cooling methods. If the temperature is below 38.5°C, you can take ibuprofen to reduce fever. The above advice is for the question "What causes a baby to have recurrent fever?" and I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!