Question
How should a 5.5-month-old baby with a fever be treated?
Answer
Generally, if the fever does not exceed 38 degrees Celsius, there is no need to take antipyretic medication and physical cooling can be the main approach, such as wiping the body with alcohol or using warm water to wash the face and forehead. If the fever exceeds 38 degrees Celsius, ibuprofen suspension or naproxen can be taken. There are many causes of respiratory system diseases in children, so if a child is diagnosed with pediatric respiratory disease, parents need to actively treat it in cooperation with the doctor, coordinate gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Children should have a reasonable diet and avoid irritating and cold foods.