Patient's question:
The child has a high fever, it has reached 38.5 degrees. I gave the child some taurine to reduce the fever. How long does it usually take to reduce the fever after drinking it?Doctor's answer:
The normal axillary temperature of a healthy human is 36.0～37.0°C. A temperature above 37.5°C is considered a fever. Generally, if the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, oral antipyretic medication should be taken for symptomatic treatment. Most fevers are caused by viral infections, and many viral infections can resolve on their own with a good prognosis. The duration of fever is typically 3-5 days.For the current symptoms of the baby, oral cold medicine can be taken for treatment, along with increased fluid intake. It is important to monitor temperature changes. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, oral ibuprofen can be used for symptomatic treatment. If the temperature fluctuates repeatedly, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly to have a blood test performed to determine the cause of the fever and receive targeted treatment.