Patient's question:
My child has a red face this morning. I touched it with my hand and found it was very hot. I used a thermometer to check and it was 37.8 degrees. I want to ask if 37.8 degrees is considered a fever in children?Doctor's answer:
37.8 degrees Celsius is considered a low-grade fever. If the measured axillary temperature, forehead temperature, or ear temperature is between 37.3-38 degrees Celsius, it also falls under the category of low-grade fever. Low-grade fever may be associated with infectious diseases, can also be seen in hyperthyroidism, dehydration, and other conditions. Additionally, temporary mild elevation in body temperature after intense exercise, especially in high environmental temperatures, can also be considered physiological low-grade fever. It is recommended to have a blood test and a throat examination to identify the cause of the fever and undergo targeted treatment. For fever reduction, increasing fluid intake, especially hot water, is generally sufficient and does not usually require fever-reducing medications.