Question
What if a child takes fever-reducing medicine without having a fever?
Answer
If a child has a high fever but is still in good spirits, able to laugh and play after taking the medicine to reduce the fever, and behaves similarly to usual, it indicates that the child’s condition is not severe, and one can rest assured in managing the situation at home. However, if the child appears listless, tired, and unresponsive, it suggests a more serious illness, and one should hurry to the hospital. Pay close attention to the child’s facial color. If the child’s face is normal or slightly flushed, it is safe to care for them at home. If the face appears pale, yellow, blue, or purple, and there is a lack of focus in their eyes, this indicates a severe condition, and the child should be taken to the hospital. Lifestyle Care: Pay close attention to the child’s facial color and movement patterns.