Question
My child has a fever. Is this normal?
Answer
A baby’s fever is typically a response to fighting off an illness. If the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, rest, warmth, and adequate hydration can be sufficient to manage the fever without medication. However, if the fever rises above 38.5 degrees Celsius, you may consider using medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen as fever reducers, along with physical cooling methods such as wiping the body with a damp cloth or using fever-reducing patches. At the same time, pay attention to other symptoms like coughing or runny nose in your baby to determine if further medical treatment is needed.