Patient's question:
A newborn baby doesn't know what's wrong, but they always have red spots on their body, and they are spitting up milk. Is a rectal temperature of 37.8°C normal for a five-month-old baby?Doctor's answer:
Hello, it's generally normal. It's usually recommended not to exceed 38 degrees, and there's no need to take fever-reducing medication. Physical cooling methods can be primarily used, such as applying alcohol for a body rub and washing the face and forehead with warm water. If the temperature exceeds 38 degrees, you can take ibuprofen suspension or naproxen. Many post-cold symptoms involve low-grade fever, and the main focus should be on recovery and nourishment in the later stages. Continuously using medication to reduce inflammation and body temperature will go against the goal, leading to a decline in physical health and prolonged recovery!