How to treat a fever of 47 degrees

Patient's question:

2 had a high fever and took fever-reducing medicine. 4 hours later, the illness broke out. On 2.13, after finishing the drip, they went back and the baby had a fever of 47 degrees. What should I do? The baby cries a lot and looks very tired, always napping. What kind of assistance is needed: Going to the hospital to check what can reveal the reason...

Doctor's answer:

It is impossible to have a fever of 47 degrees. Thermometers cannot measure such a high temperature. You must have made a mistake.
Medical Advice: This requires a detailed examination at the hospital to diagnose the cause of the high fever and then provide targeted treatment, which is more effective. Currently, you can use physical cooling methods. Use water at 32℃-36℃ (you can also test it with your hand to ensure it's not too hot), wet a towel, and gently wipe the child's entire body. After one round of wiping, wait for a moment until the moisture on the skin evaporates before wiping again. Repeat this process until the child's temperature shows a noticeable rise.

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