Question
My child had a body temperature of 37.8 degrees Celsius in the evening yesterday, and after checking, the doctor said everything was fine and prescribed medication. The child took the medicine and went to take a nap at 9 PM, but started running a high fever of 39.8 degrees Celsius around 11 PM. I used a damp cloth and ice cubes to help cool them down, but the effect was not significant, and I have asked my husband to take the child to see the doctor again. This is the third time the child has had a high fever after coming back from playing during the Tomb Sweeping Day holiday, and I’m not sure what’s going on.
Answer
The child’s fever has recurred, with the temperature rising from 37.8 degrees Celsius to 39 degrees Celsius. The blood test results are normal, suggesting it might be viral fever. Oral fever-reducing medication such as ibuprofen or naproxen can be taken to help lower the fever. When using physical cooling methods, you can repeatedly wipe the child’s limbs, soles of the feet, and palms with warm water to achieve some cooling effect. Since the child often gets sick, it may be due to low immunity. It is recommended to pay attention to a balanced diet and consume more foods rich in high-quality protein, various vitamins, and trace elements.