Patient's question:
Baby is 45 days old and has had a fever for four days, with the highest temperature reaching 38.3°C. Could you please ask the doctor what should be done in this situation? Is it because medications cannot be taken simultaneously or for some other reason?Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to the situation you described, if a one-and-a-half-month-old child has a fever with a temperature above 38.5 degrees, they can take ibuprofen suspension or ibuprofen for fever reduction. For high fever, physical cooling methods can be used. Additionally, it's important to drink more water. If they have a cold, they can take cold medicine for treatment. Cephalosporin can also be taken. It's recommended to persist with medication for three to five days. The above is advice on the question "What can a newborn with a fever eat?" and is hoped to be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!