Patient's question:
The baby has a high fever that doesn't go down. Daytime temperature is 38°C, nighttime temperature is 40°C. Urgent. Hello, what should I do. The day before yesterday, daytime temperature was 38°C, nighttime temperature was 40°C. Previous treatment and effectiveness: fever reducer patches, fever reducer suppositories, paracetamol granules. What kind of help is needed: I want to know how to reduce the fever?Doctor's answer:
It is best to use physical cooling methods when a child has a fever. The specific method is: Soak a piece of gauze or a soft small towel in alcohol, wring it until it is half-dry, and gently wipe the patient's neck, chest, armpits, limbs, and palms of the hands and feet. The alcohol concentration used for bathing must not be too high, otherwise, using a large area of high-concentration alcohol can irritate the skin and cause excessive loss of moisture from the epidermis. Additionally, place a cold, wet towel on the forehead, wrist, and calf of each side. Other parts of the body should be covered with clothing to aid in cooling.