Patient's question:
The baby has a high fever every few days. Last time, when they received an IV drip, it lasted for a whole week. Recently, they've had a bit of a high fever again. What should I do? Today, they also have diarrhea with watery, dark green stools.Previous Treatment and Effects:
A few days ago, they received a 7-day IV drip, and their throat became sore. The doctor said the inflammation in the throat led to the high fever.
Kind of Help Needed:
What are some better ways to help the baby recover quickly without getting a high fever?
Doctor's answer:
The causes of fever in children are quite numerous, and clinical diagnosis can be divided into infectious and non-infectious categories, with infectious causes being more common. Fever is one of the most common causes. For fever, it is essential to first identify the underlying cause and then address it accordingly. When the body temperature is too high, it can easily lead to febrile seizures in children, so it is necessary to control the body temperature. The main methods for reducing body temperature are medication and physical cooling. Specific medications should preferably be used under the guidance of a doctor.