Question
A 22-month-old girl, with a previously good health condition, was found to have a fever of 38 degrees on the morning of August 12, 2010, but her blood test did not show a significant increase in white blood cell count. Ask about the possible causes of the child’s illness.
Answer
Common causes of fever in young children include bacterial or viral infections, which may lead to respiratory or gastrointestinal symptoms. Improper use of air conditioning or inadequate water intake during hot weather may also cause body temperature to rise. Parents should provide appropriate nutrition based on their child’s age and development, and promptly introduce supplementary foods in a reasonable manner.