Patient's question:
10 months``fever 38.7``head very hot`wear many clothes but no sweating```listening to the elders say sweating means the fever is going down``Hello how can I make him sweat a bit?Doctor's answer:
If a child's temperature is below 38.5, it's necessary to give them fever-reducing medication, but simply wrapping them up won't lower their temperature. It's recommended to take fever-reducing oral medication under the guidance of a doctor, as these medications have fewer side effects. After taking the medication, the child should drink more water. Usually, within half an hour, the child will start sweating, and their temperature will gradually decrease. If the child hasn't sweated after half an hour or even an hour, you can then use physical cooling methods. Use lukewarm water to wipe the areas where major blood vessels run, such as the armpits and groin. Be careful not to wipe the abdomen, palms, soles of the feet, or the back of the neck.