Baby has a fever of 38.3 degrees, how to handle it

Patient's question:

Baby has a fever of 38.3 degrees, how to handle it

Doctor's answer:

Hello, fever in children is often caused by infections, with common culprits including viruses, bacteria, mycoplasma, and others. Your child's recurring fever may be related to uncontrolled infection.
1. First, you need to see a doctor to determine the cause of the fever and pay attention to the throat condition. Respiratory infections are the main cause of fever in infants and young children.
2. At the same time, a blood test should be done to check if it is a viral infection or a bacterial infection. Appropriate anti-inflammatory and antiviral medications should be given.
3. For low-grade fever, physical cooling methods such as drinking more water and using warm compresses can be used. Generally, antipyretic drugs are not recommended. If the temperature is above 38.5°C, you should drink more water while taking antipyretic medication.