Should Newborns with Fever Be Immediately cooling ?

Question

If a child’s temperature reaches 37.9 degrees Celsius, and they are just a few days old, do they need to be cooled down immediately?

Answer

When a child’s temperature is not too high, there is no need to cool them down immediately. If the temperature exceeds 39℃, you can try using a warm water bath or wiping the body to cool down, with the water temperature between 33℃~35℃. Avoid using alcohol for wiping as it may cause a sudden drop in body temperature. During the newborn period, medications like aspirin and phenacetin can easily produce toxic effects, so caution should be exercised when using them.