Patient's question:
My baby is seven months old. He felt feverish yesterday afternoon. Taking one dose of fever-reducing medicine helped a bit, but it kept coming back. Should I bundle up my seven-month-old baby when he has a fever, or let him cool down?Doctor's answer:
Hello! The temperature under the armpit of the baby should be below 37.5°C, which is normal. Between 37.5°C and 38°C is also acceptable. A temperature between 38°C and 38.5°C indicates a low fever (you can give Taurine Detoxifying Granules). If it exceeds 38.5°C, it needs to be taken seriously. If you're not sure, measure the temperature at regular intervals to see if there are any changes. A baby's body temperature should naturally be slightly higher than that of an adult due to a faster metabolism. You can start by applying a fever patch to the forehead—change it every 12 hours. Then, use physical cooling methods by wiping the baby's entire body with lukewarm water, especially the palms and soles of the feet, which are areas where heat dissipates easily. It's important to drink plenty of water. The more water the baby drinks, the more sweat they produce, which can also help remove a lot of heat. If there's no improvement, it's necessary to go to the hospital.