Question
A 13-month-old baby recently developed symptoms of high fever, with body temperature fluctuating between 39-40°C, and the tonsils are inflamed. The baby also feels bloated in the abdomen and has continuous tearing from one eye. Initially, the symptoms were manageable, but the high fever has recurred, with temperatures ranging between 38-39°C. The baby is feeling listless throughout the day. What measures should the parents take?
Answer
For your child’s persistent high fever, the primary task is to determine the cause and provide appropriate treatment. If the fever is caused by a bacterial infection, antibiotic treatment should be administered; if it’s due to a viral infection, antiviral treatment should be given. Considering that the baby’s central nervous system is not fully developed, high fever may trigger febrile seizures. Therefore, it is recommended that you take your child to the hospital for professional symptomatic treatment.