Patient's question:
Hello, my daughter has had a high fever that won't go down these past few days, with the highest temperature reaching over 40 degrees. Right now, it's been around 39.8 degrees, and we've been doing physical cooling. The fever-reducing medicine hasn't been very effective. In the afternoon, she got an injection for fever, but she's still burning. I don't know what to do now. Please guide us, experts. Also, in the afternoon, we had a blood test, and the blood test results are mostly normal. The doctor said it's viral, so we've been giving her antiviral granules. Please advise the doctor again. How to deal with a child's persistent high fever. Thank you. Urgent!!!Doctor's answer:
If the child is in good spirits and the body temperature can be reduced to normal after taking oral antipyretics or applying physical cooling methods, it may not be necessary to seek medical attention immediately. However, if the child shows poor mental response (even agitation or drowsiness), gray or pale skin, frequent coughing, difficulty breathing, convulsions, frequent vomiting, abdominal pain, decreased urination, or rashes, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately. The doctor will then determine whether it is safe to observe at home. It should be noted that the height of the temperature does not necessarily reflect the severity of the condition, but if the fever persists for more than 3 days, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly.