Question
Why does the 5-year-old girl have a fever of 38 degrees at night, when her body temperature is normal during the day?
Answer
Based on the description, this could be due to a viral infection causing the fever. Typically, viral infections lead to the lowest body temperature in the morning, a slight decrease in the afternoon, and the highest around midnight. It’s advised to keep warm and drink plenty of fluids. If the situation does not improve, medical treatment may be necessary. Wishing the little one a speedy recovery.