Patient's question:
The baby started catching a cold last night, and nasal congestion symptoms appeared in the second half of the night. In the evening today, the baby started to have a fever. Can the fever-reducing medicine be taken immediately? At first, the baby was given pediatric paracetamol and chlorpheniramine granules, and after the fever, half a pack of acetaminophen granules was taken. Is this okay? Can these two types of medicine be taken together?Doctor's answer:
The causes of fever in children are quite numerous, and clinical diagnosis can be divided into infectious and non-infectious categories, with infectious causes being more common. Common causes include colds, among others. For fever, it is essential to first identify the underlying cause and 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. The above advice is for the question "What should I do if my 11-month-old baby has a fever?" and is hoped to be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!