Question
Around 4 PM every day, a 4-year-old child has a fever of 38.5 to 38.8 degrees Celsius, which subsides after taking antipyretics, but the fever returns at night, and they are normal during the day. There is no redness in the throat, no other fever symptoms, and the child has a cough. How should this be handled?
Answer
Fever can have many causes, so it’s important to determine the underlying cause and treat it accordingly. High fever can lead to seizures in children, so controlling body temperature is crucial. It is recommended to use both medication and physical methods to lower the temperature, with specific medication to be administered under a doctor’s guidance. Long-term use of medication may cause nausea, which usually resolves on its own after discontinuation. If the temperature exceeds 38 degrees Celsius, antipyretics should be used. If it does not exceed 38 degrees, physical cooling (cooling) methods can be considered along with increased fluid intake. I hope these suggestions are helpful to you.