What should I do if the child has a fever, 38.5 degrees?

Patient's question:

What should I do if the child has a fever? 38.5 degrees, not crying and not making a fuss

Doctor's answer:

There are many causes of fever: primarily bacterial and viral infections that lead to respiratory and gastrointestinal infections, resulting in fever. What parents can do is provide adequate nutrition based on the child's age and physical development, and add complementary foods in a timely, reasonable, and balanced manner. It is especially important to remind parents that if the child's fever persists for more than three days without improvement, or if the baby experiences high fever or convulsions, medical attention should be sought promptly to identify the cause and provide appropriate treatment.