Question
The baby was found to have a fever of 39.4 degrees Celsius at 3 AM. After taking fever-reducing medication, the temperature returned to normal within an hour. However, the baby’s temperature rose again to 39 degrees at 6:30 AM, and after taking the medicine, it returned to normal in one and a half hours. The baby had another fever spike to 39.9 degrees at 11 AM, and the temperature remained at 38.5 degrees from 3:30 PM until now after taking the medicine again. The baby’s urine output, appetite, and mental state are normal, with no symptoms of runny nose or cough. Should immediate medical attention be sought, or can the situation be monitored at home?
Answer
Repeated fevers that do not respond to fever-reducing medication may require other treatments. The cause of repeated fevers could be an infection, and it is advisable to seek medical attention early on to determine whether it is a viral or bacterial infection and to receive appropriate treatment. This is my suggestion for this question, and I hope it is helpful to you. Wishing you good health!