Question
What should I do if my child has persistent low fever starting around the middle of the night on the 30th? The fever recurs every 8 to 10 hours. After the fever spikes, it’s around 39.5 degrees Celsius. Last night, after the fever spiked, there was also a persistent headache and abdominal pain. I’ve given him medication four times now. It’s something like Amoxicillin. Blood tests are normal, and white blood cells are within the normal range. Please help analyze the cause. What are the consequences of continuous high fever, and what should I pay attention to in daily care?
Answer
Based on your description, your child’s situation of persistent fever accompanied by headache is serious and requires thorough examination and treatment at a specialized hospital. Since your child’s blood tests are normal and white blood cells are not elevated, this generally rules out inflammation or infection. It is recommended that you consider taking your child to a higher-level pediatric hospital for a thorough examination and treatment. In addition to medication to control the fever, physical cooling methods can also be used.