Here is the English translation of the provided content: 11-month-old baby has a fever of 38.5°C, how to reduce the fever Note: The translation strictly follows the instruction to keep the line breaks (" ") unchanged and translate all other Chinese text into English.

Patient's question:

I am 36 years old this year, and I have recently been feeling unwell. During the day, I sometimes feel dizzy, and it has affected my work. I can't sleep at night, and the medicine I took doesn't seem to work well. I was wondering, if a 11-month-old baby has a fever of 38.5°C, how can the fever be reduced?

Doctor's answer:

Fever is a common phenomenon, usually caused by a cold. Due to the underdeveloped body's temperature regulation center, it is easily affected by external factors, leading to fluctuations in body temperature. Generally, it is recommended not to exceed 38 degrees Celsius, as medication is not necessary. Physical cooling methods should be prioritized, such as applying alcohol to the body and washing the face and forehead with warm water. If the temperature exceeds 38 degrees Celsius, ibuprofen suspension or naproxen can usually be taken.