Question
Male, 4 years old, my child has recently had a cold with a fever, and the condition is recurrent. He refuses to drink water. What should I do?
Answer
The most common cause of fever in children is infectious diseases. It is important to seek medical attention promptly for urine tests to check for bacterial, viral, or mycoplasma infections, and to use medication reasonably based on the test results. Additionally, the doctor should examine the child’s lung condition to rule out pneumonia. If the fever persists for a long time, be vigilant about Epstein-Barr virus infection, especially when the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius. In such cases, oral antipyretics should be taken, and if the fever does not subside, antipyretic injections may be necessary. For temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, which are considered mild fevers, physical cooling methods can be used, including drinking plenty of water, using a warm towel to wipe the neck, armpits, inguinal area, and groin area, and paying attention to a light diet, avoiding greasy and irritant food.