Patient's question:
The temperature keeps fluctuating between 39.8°C. The white blood cell count is abnormal, and the coughing persists. After IV fluids last night, the temperature dropped to 36.8°C, but it rose back to 39.8°C after IV fluids this afternoon. The child's specific condition has not yet been confirmed. How can the recurrent fever be suppressed?Previous Treatment and Effect:
A week ago, the child had a high fever and coughing. After IV fluids, treatment was not fully focused on, and the condition worsened suddenly after a long car ride. Yesterday, the child was admitted for treatment, but the fever still keeps recurring.
What kind of help is needed:
How can the fever be reduced? What is the nature of the illness?
Doctor's answer:
According to what you said, the issue of children having a fever must be taken seriously. If the child's fever is below 38.5°C, it is not recommended to give them fever-reducing medication or have them receive a fever-reducing injection. It is advised to give the child more hot water to drink, and at the same time, do not set the air conditioner temperature too high. If the temperature is above 38.5°C, it is necessary to go to the hospital for a comprehensive and thorough examination to identify the cause of the child's fever. Sincerely wish them a speedy recovery!