Question
With the weather getting colder, my child doesn’t know why he has a fever of 38.5 degrees at some point during the day. I’m worried that he might damage his brain. I heard that I can ask here. I would like to ask an expert, what should I do if my child has a fever of 38.5 degrees?
Answer
As the weather gets colder, your child has a fever of 38 degrees, which is considered moderate in medical terms. Therefore, there’s no need to be overly anxious. You can use physical therapy methods to cool down, such as dipping two towels in some warm water and placing them on the baby’s forehead. If physical methods are not effective, you can also take some oral medication for treatment. Don’t worry too much; it’s not too late to seek medical attention even if the condition hasn’t been controlled.