The child has a fever of 38.5 degrees, starting at 4 pm every day. After taking fever-reducing medicine, the fever increased again at night, but improved during the day with a coughing symptom. What could be the cause? What medication should be used?
When a child suddenly develops a fever at night and the temperature exceeds 38 degrees, you can administer ibuprofen suspension or naproxen to reduce the fever. Additionally, you can use physical cooling methods, such as rubbing alcohol on the body or washing the face with warm water, to help lower the child’s temperature. If the fever is accompanied by other symptoms like coughing or a runny nose, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly.
When a child has a fever, alcohol wipe bathing can be used first to lower body temperature, followed by further investigation into the cause of the fever. The cause of fever may include infections, connective tissue disorders, or malignant tumors. It is not recommended to use medication immediately before determining the cause.
A four-and-a-half-month-old baby has had a fever twice, with temperatures reaching 38.2 degrees Celsius, accompanied by diarrhea. Although medication has been taken, the symptoms persist. How should one handle this situation?
When the body temperature reaches 38.2 degrees, indomethacin tablets or ibuprofen granules can be used to reduce the fever, along with increased water intake, temperature monitoring, and adequate rest. Wishing for a speedy recovery.
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