Question
How is a baby with diarrhea and fever that won’t subside diagnosed and treated?
Answer
Fever in babies is often caused by bacterial, viral, or mycoplasma infections. Common causes include upper respiratory infections and gastroenteritis. It is recommended to take measures to reduce fever and to identify the pathogen. If the temperature exceeds 39 degrees Celsius, medication such as Anirek should be used. If the temperature is too high, physical methods of reducing fever should be employed. A baby who is seven months old and has a temperature of 36.9 degrees Celsius is within the normal range and does not require treatment, but the baby’s condition should be closely observed.