Question
Is a child’s body temperature of 35.5°C normal when they have a cold?
Answer
Hello, considering the possibility of a cold, symptoms often include coughing, phlegm, and fever. The measured body temperature does not need to be increased by 0.5 degrees; a temperature over 37 degrees is considered a fever. You can use children’s paracetamol and chlorphenamine granules for treatment, drink plenty of water, and ensure adequate warmth are important. In necessary cases, intravenous treatment can be adopted. There are many causes of respiratory diseases in children, so if a child is diagnosed with a pediatric respiratory system issue, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for timely treatment, cooperate with gastrointestinal decompression ,and cultivate good hygiene habits. Parents should also be cautious not to allow their children to develop picky eating habits and should have a balanced diet.