Patient's question:
My 45-day-old baby has a temperature of 37.5. Is it considered a high fever or just because they are dressed too warmly?Previous treatment and effectiveness: No treatment was given. What kind of assistance is needed: If it is a high fever, what kind of medicine should they take?
Doctor's answer:
The normal body temperature of a newborn is between 36 and 37 degrees Celsius. Due to the poor temperature regulation function of infants, if the weather is hot or they are covered too thickly, their body temperature can be slightly higher, which is also a normal situation. Do not dress the child too warmly and observe the temperature changes promptly and carefully. If the temperature drops below 38.5 degrees Celsius, you can give the child oral ibuprofen granules to reduce fever. The above advice is for the question "What is the normal range of body temperature for a newborn?" and is hoped to assist you. Wishing you good health!