Question
Is a 5-month-old baby’s body temperature of 37.2°C considered a fever?
Answer
At 5 months old, a baby’s body temperature of 37.2°C is considered normal. However, if the baby exhibits unusual behavior, such as incessant crying, further examination may be necessary to confirm the cause. In this case, you can first use alcohol-based wipes to help lower the baby’s temperature and identify the cause of the fever. Typically, fever is caused by infection, but it could also be due to other factors such as connective tissue disease or malignant tumors. It is not recommended to rush into medication without determining the cause. Additionally, based on your description, the baby’s symptoms may be due to an upper respiratory tract infection caused by heat, and treatment should include anti-inflammatory, cough-suppressing, and expectorant medication. Consider using traditional Chinese medicine for opsonize. The diet should be light and avoid spicy or irritating foods.