Patient's question:
My child at home has a fever of 39 degrees, poor appetite, and has been feverish and coughing in the afternoon. This is very frustrating for me, and I don't know what to do. They are already getting an IV drip, but still don't seem to be getting better. I am very anxious. Now, I think it's time to consult a doctor. How should I handle my child's fever?Doctor's answer:
First, measure the child's temperature. If the child's temperature is below 38.5 degrees, promptly give them oral fever-reducing medication to lower the fever. Generally, it is not recommended to repeat the use of fever-reducing medication within 4 hours. If the child experiences recurrent fever symptoms, it may indicate an infection within the body. If the infection is severe, it may be necessary to give the child intravenous treatment. Currently, the child is already undergoing intravenous treatment, and the fever may persist for 3 to 5 days.