Question
The baby has had a high fever for the past two days. I gave him fever-reducing medicine last night, and he felt better in the morning. But in the afternoon, I measured his temperature again and it was around 38℃. However, my thermometer broke, and the new forehead thermometer I bought doesn’t seem to be accurate either. Sometimes it reads above 38℃, sometimes 39℃, and sometimes even over 37℃. I tried feeling his forehead with my mouth, and it’s not very hot, but he feels very hot all over and his feet are cold. Why is that? Moreover, the baby seems not very well; he’s sleeping early, which is unusual for him.
Answer
When a child has a fever between 38 and 39 degrees Celsius, it indicates that there may be a bacterial or viral infection causing the fever. Therefore, it is best to go to the hospital for a doctor to check the cause of the fever and treat the underlying condition. During the fever, children may not feel well and may sleep more during the day, which is a normal response. The above suggestions are for the question “What should I do when my baby has a high fever for two days?” I hope this helps you and your child. Wishing you both good health!