Patient's question:
The baby is 40 months old, a boy. He used to catch colds and pneumonia easily. This time, he has a fever around 37.5 degrees Celsius, which has lasted for more than 30 hours. He has taken Cefixime and Hydrochlorothiazide, but the fever is still not gone. His spirits are okay, he doesn't cough, and occasionally, a little phlegm can be heard in his throat.Doctor's answer:
Recurring fever, it's best to take the child for a check-up to find the cause of the fever and treat accordingly. There are many possible reasons for fever, such as inflammation or a viral infection. Moreover, it's not advisable to give the baby random fever-reducing medications; if the temperature is below 38 degrees, physical methods should be used to lower the fever. Take a warm bath, or apply a damp towel to the forehead. Since it's recurring fever, it's recommended to go to a professional pediatric hospital for examination as soon as possible, which is the best way to treat it.