Patient's question:
A four-month-old baby vomited while drinking milk early in the morning, cried loudly, and had a high fever of 37.9 degrees. How should the baby be cared for?Previous treatment and effectiveness: A slight fever, took some cold medicine.
What kind of help is needed: Accurate explanation from a caring doctor.
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. Examples include fever, which is the most common cause. For fever, it is essential to first identify the underlying cause and then address it accordingly. When the body temperature is excessively high, it can lead to febrile seizures in children, making it necessary to control the temperature. The main methods for reducing body temperature are medication and physical cooling. Specific medications should ideally be used under the guidance of a doctor.