Question
My child is less than one year old and has been running a fever consistently, with the fever subsiding and then recurring. The child eats normally but continues to cry. What should I do for a 9-month-old baby with a fever?
Answer
When the child’s body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, it is recommended to drink plenty of warm water and wipe the body for physical cooling. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, consider using children’s fever-reducing medicine. If the fever recurs repeatedly, it is advisable to take the child to the hospital for a routine blood test to determine the cause of the illness and receive targeted treatment. Depending on the condition, patients should seek a comprehensive examination at a regular hospital as soon as possible for symptomatic treatment and an early recovery.