Question
What temperature is considered a fever when measuring an infant’s body temperature at different locations?
Answer
When measuring an infant’s body temperature at different locations, a temperature of over 37.5°C under the armpit, over 38°C in the mouth, or over 38.5°C in the rectum can be considered as a fever. When dealing with an infant’s fever, one can initially try alcohol-based sponge baths or use fever-reducing patches to help lower the temperature and identify the cause of the fever. Usually, fever is caused by infection, but it could also be due to conditions like connective tissue diseases or malignant tumors. It is not recommended to use medication to reduce fever immediately without determining the cause. If the infant’s body temperature reaches 40°C, a small amount of fever-reducing medication can be administered, but it should be done according to the medication instructions and medical advice should be sought if necessary.