Patient's question:
The baby is ten months old. Three days ago, it started to have a fever, with the highest temperature reaching 39.4°C. After taking fever-reducing medicine, the fever subsided, but then it came back repeatedly. Today is the third day, and the temperature is not as high as before, but it is still feverish, and two small red spots have appeared on the body. I don’t know if it could be roseola? Shouldn’t the fever break when the rash appears?Doctor's answer:
Symptom speculation: If it's roseola, it usually appears after the fever subsides, and the rash is typically dense, pinpoint-like, and widespread, indicating an infectious rash. If there is no itching, you can wait a few days to see if it improves. If it doesn't fade or worsens, you should go to the hospital. If the fever persists, it may be due to other causes. It is recommended to seek proper medical evaluation at a hospital pediatric department and avoid self-medication.