Is it okay for my child, who is 8 months old and has a fever of 38.7°C, not to take medicine?

Patient's question:

Diarrhea with fever yesterday. Test results: The fever came down temporarily after not taking medicine, but it returned. How can I lower his temperature?

Doctor's answer:

The causes of fever in children are quite numerous. In clinical diagnosis, they can be divided into infectious and non-infectious categories, with infectious causes being more common, such as colds, which are the most frequent causes. For fever, it is essential to first identify the underlying cause and then address it accordingly. High temperatures can easily lead to febrile seizures in children, so it is also necessary to control the body temperature. The main methods for reducing fever include medication and physical cooling. Specific medications should preferably be used under the guidance of a doctor, and parents should never administer medication to their children without professional advice.

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