Question
The baby has a fever of 39.4 degrees in winter and has taken the fever-reducing medicine twice, but the temperature has risen again. How should it be handled?
Answer
It is recommended to go to a regular hospital for a detailed examination. Axillary temperature below 37.5 degrees is normal, 37.5 to 38 degrees is not a big deal, and 38 to 38.5 degrees is considered high fever (taurine detox granules can be taken). If the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, attention should be paid, and body temperature should be measured regularly. You can use fever-reducing patches on the forehead, change them every 12 hours, and adopt physical cooling methods, using warm water to wipe the entire body, especially the palm of the hands and the soles of the feet, which are easy to dissipate heat.