Patient's question:
The baby is over 12 months old and has had a fever for 3 days. It has spiked 4 times! The highest temperature reached 39.5 degrees. The throat is red, and the hands and feet are cold. The white blood cell count is high! Taking fever-reducing medication, ibuprofen, and others. It wasn't feverish in the morning, but now it's back up to 38.5 degrees. It keeps coming back with fever! What's wrong with my baby? Is there anything we can do?Doctor's answer:
If the baby is caused by a bacterial infection, the key is to take penicillin-class drugs orally, or cephalexin-class drugs. Also, make sure the baby drinks plenty of water. Simply taking fever-reducing medication is ineffective. Once the inflammation subsides, the body temperature will naturally return to normal. If the fever persists for more than three days, it is recommended to go to the hospital for re-examination. If necessary, hospitalization may be required for treatment. Wishing you a speedy recovery, a healthy body, and a wonderful life.