Patient's question:
I don't know what's going on, but my child has been misbehaving lately and crying non-stop. Even the hospital check-up didn't help. How should I treat the child's persistent high fever?Doctor's answer:
A child having a fever is a common occurrence, usually caused by a cold. Since a child's body temperature regulation center is not yet fully developed, it is easily affected by external factors, leading to fluctuations in body temperature. Generally, it is recommended not to exceed 38 degrees Celsius, as this does not require the use of fever-reducing medication. Physical cooling methods can be used as the primary approach, such as applying alcohol to the body or washing the face and forehead with warm water. If the temperature exceeds 38 degrees Celsius, it is generally advisable to take ibuprofen suspension or naproxen.