How high does a child's fever need to be before they can take fever-reducing medication?

Patient's question:

These days, my boss said I'm not in good spirits, which has affected my work performance. Actually, I didn't want to, either. I often can't sleep at night, and sometimes feel anxious and uncomfortable. If it gets worse, I'm worried it might affect my health and work. Please ask, how high does a child's fever need to be before they can take fever-reducing medicine?

Doctor's answer:

If the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees, medication is generally not required. If it does exceed, it is necessary to actively use fever-reducing medication and actively perform physical cooling measures. At the same time, it is important to drink more water and, if necessary, actively conduct blood tests to determine the condition. There are many causes that can lead to respiratory issues in children. If a child is diagnosed with a respiratory system condition, parents need to cooperate with the doctor to start treatment immediately, cooperate with gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should pay attention not to develop picky eating habits in their children and ensure a balanced diet.

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