Question
Female, 4 years old, the baby is normal during the day but suddenly develops a fever at night. I would like to know what are the differences between cold and warm hands and feet in a child with fever?
Answer
When a baby has a fever, their hands and feet may feel cool, which is due to the constriction of blood vessels in the limbs as body temperature rises. As the body temperature drops, hands and feet will gradually warm up. Different causes can lead to different symptoms, so it is recommended to go to the hospital for a check-up as soon as possible for systematic treatment. Additionally, maintaining regular work and rest (routines), keeping warm, eating lightly, ensuring good ventilation, and drinking plenty of hot water are also very important.