What to Do When a Child Has Nighttime Pain in Their Ankles and Calves

If a child experiences nighttime pain in their ankles and calves, it is typically due to growth pains. This pain is usually temporary and will not cause long-term effects on the child’s growth and development. It is recommended to allow the child to rest adequately when in pain, and localized massage can help alleviate the discomfort. In cases of severe pain, consider giving painkillers and supplementing with vitamin C. Generally, with proper rest, massage, and symptomatic medication, the child’s pain will quickly subside, and there is no need to worry excessively.
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What to Do When a Child Hits Their Head?

If a child hits their head and there’s no bleeding but a bump has formed, immediate cold compress treatment should be applied. If the bump is large or red, apply oil for emergency relief to the swollen area, or cover the bump with a wet potato slice. Both methods help alleviate pain and promote the absorption of bruising.
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What to Do When a Child Keeps Fevering?

A child with a low-grade fever for two consecutive days, with a peak body temperature nearing 40℃, has taken fever-reducing medicine and symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication prescribed by a doctor. The fever subsided to less than 38 degrees in the evening, but now it’s back up to nearly 40 degrees again. Are there any good methods for fever reduction?
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