Patient's question:
10 months``fever 38.7``head very hot`wear many clothes but no sweat```listening to the elders say sweating means the fever is going down``Hello how can I make him sweat a bit?Doctor's answer:
If a child's temperature is below 38.5°C, it is necessary to give them fever-reducing medication. Simply wrapping them up will not lower their temperature. It is recommended to administer oral fever-reducing medication with minimal side effects under the guidance of a doctor. After taking the medication, ensure the child drinks plenty of fluids. Typically, within half an hour, the child will start sweating, and their temperature will gradually decrease. If the child does not sweat even after half an hour or an hour, you can then use physical cooling methods. Use lukewarm water to wipe the areas where major blood vessels run, such as the armpits and groin. Be careful not to wipe the abdomen, palms, soles of the feet, or the back of the neck.