Question
My baby started having a fever last night, with a temperature of 39.5 degrees. After taking fever-reducing medicine, the temperature dropped to 37.8. By the morning, it was low-grade fever again at 39.7, and after taking the fever-reducing medicine, it was somewhat relieved. As of now, the temperature is around 38 degrees, but the hands are very cold. Will it go up again? I know that fevers can come and go, but this one seems quite high, and before it was only around 39.1. Should I take the baby to the hospital, or just pay close attention and give fever-reducing medicine when it’s high?
Answer
The child has a recurring fever with a temperature reaching 39.5 degrees, indicating a high fever. If the child has intermittent fevers, it may indicate a bacterial infection. It is recommended to check the child’s blood routine and C-reactive protein levels. If there is a bacterial infection, antibiotics should be added promptly. Ibuprofen can be taken as a fever-reducing medicine and can be repeated every six hours. The above suggestions are for the question “My baby started having a fever last night,” hoping it will be helpful to you, and wish you health!