Question
A child weighing 22 pounds has a fever of up to 39 degrees Celsius, with no symptoms of coughing, nasal congestion, sneezing, or runny nose. The child went to the hospital yesterday, where the doctor prescribed fever-reducing medication, but the fever did not subside after taking it. The fever is still at 39 degrees Celsius. How should I handle this situation?
Answer
A child’s fever may be caused by infectious inflammation. Firstly, appropriate anti-inflammatory treatment is needed to control the condition, followed by physical cooling or medication to bring the body temperature down below 38.5 degrees Celsius to prevent complications such as seizures. In severe cases, intravenous treatment may be necessary, and it is also advisable to visit a pediatrician for a detailed examination to determine the cause of the fever.