Question
My daughter is now 5 years old and has had a fever every half month for the past two months. It has happened before, but with a longer interval. Generally, it starts with her not having a bowel movement, followed by the onset of fever. I’m not sure what the cause is, but symptoms ease up with just a little medicine. I would like to ask a doctor to help me figure out what the cause might be and what precautions should be taken on a daily basis?
Answer
When a 5-year-old child has a fever, it’s first important to measure their body temperature. The normal body temperature, when measured in the armpit, should be within 37 degrees Celsius. If the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, it is considered a high fever. It is necessary to quickly administer fever-reducing measures and also combine physical cooling methods, such as wiping the child’s entire body with warm water. You should also observe any discomfort the child may have, and if the baby has a severe fever, you should take them to the hospital.