Patient's question:
Do you need to add or subtract values like 0.5 when measuring armpit temperature with a mercury thermometer? When should you take ibuprofen suspension drops, and do they have side effects? Should you cover yourself with the same amount of blankets at night when you have a fever as you normally would? Should you cover your feet? Can the fever-reducing medicine prescribed by the hospital be mixed with anti-inflammatory drugs?Doctor's answer:
Children with fever are often accompanied by infections, and common causes include viruses, bacteria, mycoplasma, and so on. If a child has recurring fever, it may be due to an untreated infection. Pay attention to the throat condition, check a blood test to confirm whether it is a viral or bacterial infection, and give anti-inflammatory and antiviral medications. For mild cases, oral medication can be used. If the fever persists after taking oral medication for more than 3 days, it is best to administer intravenous fluids. The baby should rest well, drink more water, and have a light diet.