Question
What is a normal body temperature for children?
Answer
The normal body temperature for children ranges from 36.9℃ to 37.5℃. Generally, if the body temperature is 1℃ below the baseline, it can be considered a fever. Low fever refers to body temperature fluctuations around 38℃, while high fever is when the temperature is above 39℃. Continuous fever for two weeks or more is known as chronic fever. It is recommended to first have a doctor diagnose whether it is caused by a viral infection or bacterial infection. For viral infections, antiviral drugs (such as ribavirin) are used, and antibiotics (such as cephalosporins) for bacterial infections. Do not rush to reduce the fever, as fever is just a symptom; the underlying cause needs to be identified.