Question
My child has intermittent fever without any cough or runny nose symptoms, with the body temperature fluctuating. After taking antipyretic medication, the temperature drops, but rises again once the medication wears off. The child has had blood sugar checks and several indices are low. What should I do for treatment?
Answer
There are many causes of pediatric fever, and it’s necessary to determine the cause before administering medication for unknown reasons. High body temperature can lead to febrile seizures, so it’s also important to lower the temperature in a timely manner. It is recommended to use both medication and physical methods to lower the temperature, and the specific medication should be taken under a doctor’s guidance. Vomiting caused by long-term medication use usually resolves on its own after stopping the medication. Generally, antipyretic medication should be used when the body temperature exceeds 38 degrees Celsius, while physical methods of cooling can be used if the temperature is below 38 degrees, such as wiping the body with warm water and drinking warm water. I hope my answer is helpful to you.