Question
“A five-year-old child had a fever of 39 degrees Celsius. The next day, after taking antipyretics and receiving an injection at the hospital, the child became drowsy, transitioning from one nap a day to three naps a day. We are worried whether the fever has caused brain damage.”
Answer
The causes of a child’s fever are diverse, often due to infectious conditions such as the common cold, and treatment should be tailored to the specific cause. High fever can trigger febrile seizures, necessitating temperature reduction, which is primarily achieved through medication and physical methods. Ibuprofen is a commonly used antipyretic. We hope these suggestions are helpful to you, and wish you good health.