Question
How can you quickly reduce a child’s fever? Since yesterday afternoon, the child’s body temperature has reached 39.5 degrees. What measures should be taken to quickly reduce the fever?
Answer
For children with a fever, it is first important to identify the cause and it is recommended to have a blood routine test at the hospital to determine the infectious pathogen. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, oral fever-reducing medication should be administered, and encourage the child to drink adequate amounts of water. Additionally, warm water sponge baths can be used to assist in cooling down. Based on the blood routine results, choose antibiotics or antiviral drugs for treatment. It is important to note that childhood fever is not an incurable disease. Early detection and timely treatment can significantly improve the chances of alleviating the condition and recovery.