Question
How should a child be treated if they suddenly develop a fever at night?
Answer
The most common cause of fever in children is infection. If the fever lasts for less than 48 hours, or if other symptoms such as dry cough, vomiting, or lack of energy appear again, it is necessary to go to the hospital for a urine test to determine if there is a bacterial, viral, or mycoplasma infection, and to take symptomatic medication accordingly. Also, have the doctor knock on the child’s lungs or take a chest X-ray to check for pneumonia. If the fever persists for a long time, be aware of the possibility of Epstein-Barr virus infection. For temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral medication such as Merck can be used to reduce fever.