Patient's question:
Symptom Description: Yesterday, I had occasional coughing, and after taking a shower at 10 PM, I developed a fever of 38.5 degrees. After taking the fever reducer Tylenol, the fever subsided. Then, I took Xiangxue Antiviral Oral Liquid and Houtong together and went to sleep. Around 6 AM, I started fevering again, with three hours of sustained fever ranging between 39 and 39.4 degrees.Past Treatment and Effect: I took Tylenol, Xiangxue Antiviral Oral Liquid, and Houtong.
What Help I Need: I would like to ask, if the fever stayed between 39 and 39.4 degrees for three hours, which is considered a prolonged period of high fever, could it affect my brain? What should I do when I have a fever, and what should I take?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, a child's fever is a symptom, phenomenon, or signal that the baby is uncomfortable, but it is not a disease. If the baby has a slight fever of around 38 degrees but is still in good spirits, there is no need to rush to take the baby to the doctor immediately. You can provide care at home first, without giving the baby fever-reducing medication. Simply offer liquid food and fluids. Allowing the baby to recover naturally can actually strengthen their immunity. Additionally, you can first try physical cooling methods. If the baby's temperature rises above 38.5 degrees, you can temporarily give them Tylenol or Motrin, while ensuring they drink plenty of water. Once the doctor determines the cause, they can provide targeted treatment.