Question
My baby has been running a fever for the past few days, with a temperature around 38 degrees. What should I do?
Answer
Fever in children can be caused by a variety of factors, including both infectious and non-infectious reasons. Among infectious causes, colds are the most common. When a child has a fever, it is essential to determine the cause and treat it accordingly. High body temperature can lead to febrile seizures in infants, making temperature control crucial. This can usually be achieved through medication or physical methods of cooling.