Question
What happens when a 9-month-old baby has a fever of 39 degrees and gets a fan blowing on them?
Answer
When a 9-month-old baby has a fever reaching 39 degrees, blowing with a fan may cause the body temperature to rise further, increasing the child’s discomfort. Fever can be caused by various factors, including infections, connective tissue diseases, or malignant tumors. In such cases, parents should first use alcohol sponge baths to help the child cool down and further investigate the cause of the fever. If the child is constantly restless and crying, it is advisable to take them to the hospital as soon as possible for an examination to promptly identify the cause and provide treatment. Additionally, it should be avoided to give the child too much medication to prevent unnecessary side effects. Using medication under medical guidance is a safer approach.