Question
What should I do if my baby often gets red in the face? It’s better during the day, but at night it gets really red, and it’s been like this for six or seven days. This time, it happened because one day it was cold, so I put on a jacket for her, and she got red right away, and it has continued since then. There was also a time before when I covered her with a blanket, and she got red too, but it cleared up in four or five days. This time it’s longer, and I think she might have been overheated. What should I do?
Answer
A baby’s red face may be due to heat or eczema. If the baby is better during the day but gets redder at night, it might be because of excessive warmth at night. In cases where a baby is feverish, consider whether the fever is due to an infection and observe for other symptoms such as coughing, vomiting, or lack of energy. If the fever lasts for more than 48 hours or there are other accompanying symptoms, seek immediate medical attention for blood tests and lung examinations to determine the cause. If the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, such as wiping the neck, armpits, groin, and thigh roots with a warm towel, and ensuring the baby drinks enough water. If the body temperature is above 38.5 degrees Celsius, antipyretic medications can be used, but attention must be paid to the frequency and dosage. In addition, redness of the face could also be a sign of eczema or an allergic reaction; consult a doctor for professional advice.