Patient's question:
The baby has phlegm in the throat and mild cough. These days, the baby has a fever, with the highest temperature reaching 39.5°C. The baby has taken Nimesulide, should they also take Cefixime? Should they go to the hospital? The baby has also taken Kuihua Qingfei Granules and Nanometer Powder Granules. What do you suggest?Doctor's answer:
If a child's body temperature exceeds 38.8°C but they are energetic and show no discomfort, there is no need to administer fever-reducing treatment. When a child's temperature is below 38.3°C but they are lethargic, irritable, and appear distressed, treatment should be provided. High fever above 39°C can easily lead to convulsions in children. Additionally, if the effect of fever-reducing medication is poor or if the temperature drops below 39°C within two hours after medication, physical methods of cooling should be used. Medication for fever reduction takes time to take effect, so if a child's temperature suddenly drops below 40°C, physical methods of cooling should be applied immediately first.