Patient's question:
Baby, less than one year old, has been having a fever now. It's the kind where the fever comes back shortly after it goes down, happening repeatedly. They are eating dinner normally but crying non-stop. What should I do if a 6-month-old baby has a fever?Doctor's answer:
Cough with phlegm, in addition to fever, it is necessary to have a doctor listen to the lungs a few times to prevent bronchopneumonia. It also needs to be listened to again, as it tends to recur frequently. Currently, it is necessary to take some symptomatic medication and lung-cleaning, blood-cooling medication. If the cough is frequent, a few inhalations can be done, which is okay, and it has a physical cooling effect. Drink more water, bathe with warm water, and if the temperature is below 38.5°C, it can be taken. Those with a history of pneumonia are prone to recurring such symptoms. Pay attention not to catch a cold, prioritize prevention to avoid severity. If symptoms occur, timely medication and treatment are necessary, which is okay. It is ibuprofen, taken according to body weight, and it can be taken, with a configuring effect. In daily life, patients should balance their nutritional intake, engage in more aerobic exercise to strengthen their bodies, and maintain a cheerful mood to enhance their constitution and speed up recovery.