Patient's question:
The child was sleeping well the night before yesterday but suddenly woke up crying in the middle of the night. At first, we thought it was a nightmare that scared him, but the child said it wasn't. When we touched his forehead, it felt a bit warm, so we used a towel to cover it. After a while, the child fell back asleep peacefully. However, the child still felt uncomfortable last night and had a fever. It has been three days now.Should the child be taken to the hospital for treatment since he has had a fever for three days?
Doctor's answer:
If the baby has a high fever for several consecutive days, you should first carefully check whether it is related to the weather, dressing, or room temperature. If the temperature is between 37.5°C, there is no problem. Children are naturally active, and their body heat is relatively high. Additionally, their ability to regulate temperature is weak, so it's easy for their temperature to rise.You should measure the baby's temperature many times a day and keep a record to identify fever patterns. At the same time, pay close attention to observe other symptoms besides low-grade fever, such as appetite, mental state, and whether new rashes or purpura appear. It is important to seek medical attention as early as possible.