Question
How should I handle a six-month-old baby with persistent low fever?
Answer
Before determining the cause, it is not recommended to self-medicate. It is important to first confirm whether the infection is viral or bacterial, so that appropriate medication can be prescribed. Incorrect treatment not only fails to cure the inflammation but may also worsen the condition. If the baby’s anterior fontanelle is small but the head circumference is within the normal range and growing at a normal rate, there is usually no need to be overly concerned. This indicates that a small anterior fontanelle in newborns does not affect brain development, and brain development is normal.