Question
After waking up from the afternoon nap, I found the baby’s body temperature to be unusually high, measured at 39.4 degrees Celsius. I have tried self-medicating, but the effect was not good. I am currently using warm water baths and wiping to lower the temperature and preparing to buy age-appropriate fever-reducing medicine. I am worried about the limited medication options for such a young baby.
Answer
When a baby has a fever, it is important to ensure they drink plenty of water and frequently check their temperature. If the temperature exceeds 39 degrees Celsius, consider using fever-reducing medication. You can use warm water to wipe the baby’s body to help lower the temperature, but avoid overheating the baby. You can give the baby half a dose of Rizatriptan (Nimesulide granules) and Children’s Acetaminophen Yellow Amine granules orally. At the same time, observe any changes in the baby’s symptoms, and if the fever persists, seek medical attention as soon as possible. Sometimes, a baby’s fever may be due to overeating or consuming greasy food, leading to indigestion. Babies of this age have not fully developed their digestive systems and are prone to discomfort due to food issues. As doctors say, children are not easily hungry or cold, but they can have problems if they eat too much or wear too many clothes. This is indeed very reasonable; at night, adults may need to work hard to observe the baby’s condition.