Question
A child has been running a fever over 34 days, with the highest body temperature reaching 39.8 degrees, accompanied by an abnormal white blood cell count and cough. After receiving intravenous fluids, the body temperature slightly decreased but soon rose back to 39.8 degrees. The specific illness has not yet been diagnosed. How can one effectively suppress the fever? What were the past treatment situations and outcomes? The child had a high fever with cough last week, which was followed by intravenous treatment without further treatment. After a long-distance trip, the condition somewhat improved. However, after being admitted to the hospital yesterday, the fever recurred. What kind of help is needed? How can the fever be reduced? What type of illness does the condition belong to?
Answer
Given the described situation, sufficient attention must be paid to a child’s fever. If the child’s body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, it is not recommended to use fever-reducing medication or injections. It is suggested to give the child plenty of warm water to drink and maintain an appropriate indoor temperature, avoiding excessive use of air conditioning. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, it is essential to go to the hospital for a comprehensive examination to find out the cause of the child’s fever. Finally, we sincerely wish for the child’s speedy recovery!