Baby has a fever for four days, coming and going. Is this a cold?

Patient's question:

The baby has had a fever for four days, with fluctuations, no other symptoms, a low-grade fever of over 39°C, and has been taking Roxithromycin and Xiao'er Chiqiao Qingre Granules. For fever reduction, they have used Motrin and Acetaminophen suppositories. After three days of medication, the baby is still running a low-grade fever of 39°C. Is this condition a cold?

Doctor's answer:

According to your statement: an axillary temperature below 37 degrees Celsius indicates a fever. When a child's temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, you can use a warm towel to wipe the axilla, groin, and other major arterial areas to help lower the temperature, once every 10 minutes. If the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, you can use fever-reducing medication to lower the temperature. You can take Motrin according to the instructions. It is considered a viral infection. If oral medication is not effective, it is recommended to seek medical attention for standardized intravenous treatment.

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