Question
How should one handle a child who repeatedly has fevers and colds?
Answer
For a 5-year-old, when the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, you can use fever-reducing medication and physical cooling methods, such as using fever-reducing patches and drinking warm water. If the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, apply fever-reducing patches and drink plenty of warm water while monitoring the temperature. Fever-reducing medication should be taken at least every six hours to avoid overuse. Additionally, you can wipe the child’s entire body with a warm towel, especially the forehead, neck, chest, back, inguinal area, armpits, and limbs, to achieve cooling effects. Remember to monitor the temperature and ensure the child drinks plenty of water.