What Causes a Child to Have a Fever at Night but Not During the Day?

Question

What Causes a Child to Have a Fever at Night but Not During the Day?

Answer

A child’s nighttime fever without fever during the day may be due to a cold, as this is caused by the incomplete development of the body’s temperature regulation center in children. Generally, if the body temperature does not exceed 38 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods such as alcohol rubs, or washing the face and forehead with warm water can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38 degrees Celsius, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen suspension or naproxen can be administered. At the same time, attention should be paid to the child’s mental state and daily living habits for better care of the child’s health.