Question
My one-year-old baby started having a fever at midnight last night. This morning, his temperature was 39.5 degrees Celsius. After taking an antipyretic and applying physical cooling methods, he cooled down. Six hours later, he had another fever of 39.2 degrees Celsius. He has half-transparent nasal discharge, a slight cough, and chills.
Answer
Based on your description, the child may have an upper respiratory infection, usually caused by a virus, which is self-limiting and lasts about a week. If the child is in good spirits, they can drink more water and take antipyretic suspensions for high fever. If the child’s condition is poor or the fever persists, it is advisable to bring the child to a pediatric clinic for a re-examination. I hope these suggestions are helpful to you, and wish your child a speedy recovery!