Question
A seven-month-old baby is experiencing a fever. The parent wants to know whether they should keep the baby warm or take cooling measures in this situation?
Answer
For a seven-month-old baby with a fever, an armpit temperature below 37.5 degrees is within the normal range. Temperatures between 37.5 and 38 degrees do not require excessive concern. Temperatures from 38 to 38.5 degrees are considered low-grade fever, at which point you can consider taking taurine detox granules. If the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, it should be given due attention. It is recommended to regularly measure the temperature to observe any changes. A baby’s body temperature is usually slightly higher than an adult’s due to their faster metabolism. In terms of management, you can first use a fever-reducing patch on the baby’s forehead, changing it every 12 hours, and cooperate with physical cooling methods, such as using warm water