Question
The baby suddenly developed a fever, with the body temperature rising to 39 degrees. After taking fever-reducing medicine, there was no significant drop in temperature. There were changes in the temperature of the hands and feet, but no other obvious discomfort symptoms. How should parents handle this situation?
Answer
When a baby has a fever, if the temperature is between 37.5 and 38.2 degrees, physical cooling measures should be taken, such as wiping the neck, armpits, groin, and inguinal folds with warm water. If the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees or persists without subsiding, fever-reducing medicine can be used in combination with alternating fever-reducing liquid, but do not exceed four times within 24 hours. During a fever, the baby’s peripheral circulation may be poor, which can cause the hands and feet to feel cold—a normal phenomenon. If it’s just a common cold with fever, it may be a viral infection, and treatment can be administered with pediatric Feiyan Qingre Granules.