Question
The baby has a fever of 39.5 degrees at midnight. In addition to taking fever-reducing medicine, what other measures should be taken? The baby had a fever of 38.2 degrees in the afternoon. What methods can be used to alleviate it?
Answer
It is recommended to give the baby plenty of water, maintain good air circulation in the room, and avoid overdressing the baby. Use a damp cloth to wipe the baby’s head, armpits, groin, and limbs for physical cooling. At the same time, it is advisable to take the baby to the hospital for a blood test to determine the cause of the fever.