What should I do if a child has a high fever that doesn't break?

Patient's question:

Five to six days, high fever, Jining People's Hospital

Doctor's answer:

Hello, if a child's temperature is generally not above 38.5 degrees, there is no need to use fever-reducing medication. Symptomatic treatment according to the symptoms is sufficient. At this time, you can use a cool towel or an ice pack on the forehead to relieve the fever. Tylenol and Motrin are effective for high fever. If the child's fever reaches above 38.5 degrees, Motrin works faster for fever reduction. If it's between 38 and 38.5 degrees, Tylenol is better.