Does a child with a fever need a blanket?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

A baby should not be covered too thickly when they have a fever, as it may hinder heat dissipation. However, it is also important to ensure that the baby does not get cold, so moderate coverage is ideal. If the baby has a low-grade fever, you can provide more warm water to drink and use physical methods to lower the temperature. If the room temperature is comfortable, you can remove the baby's clothes and wipe their body with warm water. If the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, it is necessary to give fever-reducing medication.

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