Patient's question:
Sore throat, fever for 24 hours, around 38 degreesDoctor's answer:
There are many causes of fever in children, which can include colds, tonsillitis; it may also be serious conditions such as pneumonia, gastroenteritis, measles, and meningitis. Fever-reducing medications can only alleviate symptoms and have no antibacterial or antiviral effects. Therefore, it is essential to identify the cause before using fever-reducing medications to avoid affecting diagnosis and delaying treatment.When a baby has a high fever, you can make an ice pillow for them to rest on—it’s both comfortable and effective. Buy an ice pack from the hospital (not a hot water bag). Pour ice cubes into a basin, break them into smaller pieces, rinse off the edges, and then put them into the ice pack. Add 50–100 milliliters of water, but don’t fill it to the top—just fill it to 2/3 full. Drain out the air, close the bag tightly, wrap it in a cloth or towel, and place it under the baby’s head and neck as a pillow. Once the ice melts, replace it. The baby’s temperature will drop quickly.