Question
What should I do if my newborn has a swollen throat and fever?
Answer
If a baby’s throat swells and they have a fever shortly after birth, it may be caused by an infection. It is recommended to take physical measures to lower the temperature. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, ibuprofen suspension can be used for fever reduction. At the same time, hospital treatment with nebulizer inhalation and intravenous drip of antibiotics, hormones, antihistamines, and antiviral drugs should be considered. In daily life, it is advisable to avoid feeding the baby with spicy, cold, and other irritating foods.