What should I do if my child's face is red and their feet are cold in the afternoon?

Patient's question:

The child's face turns red and hot after 5 PM, sometimes with hot hands and feet. It starts with redness and then becomes hot. Sometimes the feet feel cold, but it returns to normal by the third day.
Past treatment history and effectiveness: None.
What kind of help is needed: What is the cause and how should it be treated?

Doctor's answer:

Normally, a child's palms and soles are slightly warm, and their temperature is a bit higher than that of adults.
Medical advice: If a child feels warm in their palms and soles when sick, their body temperature will never be below 39°C. If a child feels cool in their palms and soles when sick, it’s important to pay close attention, as their body temperature may be below 39°C. Always monitor the child’s condition. Avoid dressing them too warmly or too thinly.

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