How to Handle Recurring High Fever in Infants?

Question

My baby has been experiencing recurring high fevers, and after taking fever-reducing medicine, the fever returns three hours later. The armpit temperature is 40 degrees. The doctor prescribed intravenous treatment, but is it too much to use 2 kilograms of dexamethasone for a baby weighing 16 pounds?

Answer

The dosage of dexamethasone injection varies depending on the condition, and it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions. You can give the baby more warm water to drink and use alcohol or warm water for sponge baths to lower the body temperature physically. The diet should be light and easy to digest. It is important to investigate the cause of the baby’s high fever and combine it with symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication or antiviral drugs for treatment. These suggestions are applicable to the question “What should I do if my baby has a high fever after taking fever-reducing medicine and the fever returns three hours later with an armpit temperature of 40 degrees?” I hope this helps, and wish you good health!