Question
Does a baby’s frequent fever affect brain development? My child has been running a high fever, reaching up to 38.7°C, and has been hospitalized for eight days before coming home and having a fever again three days later. I want to know how to prevent my child from having a fever and how to bring down the fever.
Answer
When a child’s body temperature is below 38.5°C, you can use a warm towel to wipe the armpits, groins, and other areas with large arteries to help cool down, every 10 minutes. If the temperature is below 38.5°C, you can take antipyretic medicine such as Merck, but follow the instructions on the package. Please take your child to the hospital for routine blood tests, C-reactive protein, and mycoplasma checks as soon as possible to determine the cause of infection and treat accordingly. For infants under 100 days old, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately and not self-medicate to avoid risks.