Patient's question:
The baby had a high fever of 40 degrees during the day, and later went to the hospital for intravenous medication to bring down the fever to normal. The rectal temperature measured at night was 35.9 degrees. Is this within the normal range?Medical history and treatment effectiveness: This morning, the baby still had a high fever of 40 degrees, and it only subsided after getting an intravenous drip at the hospital around noon.
What help is needed: Inquiry about the situation.
Doctor's answer:
Okay, here is the translation, following your instructions:Okay, because after a child has a high fever, the body goes through a self-regulation and complete recovery process. This involves a high degree of catabolism; the body is undergoing complete recovery, and there's no major problem. Don't worry.
Give the child more warm water to drink. Pay attention to preventing cold and rain, and monitoring for a further drop in temperature. You can give the child some Goatskin Horn Powder (Ling Yang Jiao Fen) and Children's Cinnamon and Cassia Heat-Reduction Granules (Xiao'er Chai Gui Tui Re Ke Li) orally.
Engage in appropriate activity and maintain a cheerful mood. Avoid greasy foods, eat more fresh fruits, vegetables, and high-protein foods. Avoid cold drafts and external pathogens, and maintain a good physical condition.
The above advice is for the question "Baby had a fever of 40°C in the daytime and went to the hospital for IV fluids." I hope it helps you. Wish you good health!