Question
The child has a fever of 39 degrees and has taken ibuprofen three times. Can a doctor assist?
Answer
A child’s fever can have many causes. The medication provided is an antibiotic, which is suitable for fever caused by bacterial infections. If the fever is due to a viral infection, antibiotics should not be used. For a household with two children who have fevers, it is recommended to further understand each child’s fever situation and cause to determine whether antibiotics are needed and if individual treatment is required.