Question
How can I improve the symptoms of a fever in a four-month-old baby? Lately, the child has been crying and fussing constantly, and I don’t know how to handle it.
Answer
Generally speaking, if a four-month-old baby has a fever, it is recommended to first adopt physical cooling methods, such as using alcohol to wipe the body, or gently wiping the face and forehead with warm water. If the body temperature exceeds 38 degrees, consider administering ibuprofen suspension or naproxen as fever-reducing medication. At the same time, since respiratory system infections in children are common causes of fever in babies, if diagnosed with a pediatric respiratory system infection, immediate treatment should be coordinated with the doctor, including the use of antibiotics and gastrointestinal decompression measures. Additionally, parents should also ensure that the baby’s diet is reasonable and avoid giving stimulating or cold foods.