Question
Should a child with a fever of 38.2°C take medicine?
Answer
Common causes of childhood fever include infectious and non-infectious factors, with infections being the primary cause, such as the common cold. For fever, it is crucial to first confirm the cause and then treat the underlying condition. When the body temperature is too high, children may experience febrile convulsions. Physical cooling methods such as fluid supplementation, wet compresses, bathing, or alcohol rubs can be used to lower the temperature. If discomfort is felt, one should check in regularly and seek hospitalization when necessary.