Patient's question:
A 6-month-old baby cannot lift their head, can roll over, has a normal appetite, and shows no other abnormalities, but sometimes they shake. Is it necessary to give the baby fever-reducing medication if their rectal temperature is 38 degrees?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the baby's temperature is most accurate when measured rectally. If measured under the armpit, it needs to be added with 0.5 degrees to get the correct body temperature. The baby is a bit high now, and can take some fever-reducing medicine in moderation.Hello, after the baby receives the hepatitis B vaccine, fever symptoms may appear before sleep, which could be an adverse reaction to the vaccine or the baby catching a cold. It is necessary to check the temperature promptly and use physical methods to reduce fever based on the situation.