Patient's question:
Baby has been fussy since yesterday afternoon. His temperature was measured at 37.8°C. At 10 PM last night, his temperature was 37.1°C. Today, his stool is a bit of milk. Is he feverish?Doctor's answer:
A five-month-old child has been showing signs of fussiness yesterday afternoon. Currently, the temperature is a bit high, indicating a fever. Physical cooling methods should be applied, and the child should be encouraged to drink more water. It is also possible that the child may have indigestion, so infant stomach-strengthening powder and probiotics can be administered for treatment. Carefully observe if there are symptoms of a runny nose or cold. The child's condition is considered to be viral gastroenteritis. The child had fever symptoms before experiencing nausea and vomiting. If the child continues to have fever symptoms, it is necessary to treat it as viral gastroenteritis.The above advice is for the question "A five-month-old baby started to be fussy yesterday afternoon, and their temperature was measured." I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!