Question
A four-year-old child has had a persistent fever for three consecutive nights, reaching 39.5 degrees Celsius, and there has been no improvement after taking medication. What could be the possible causes and coping measures?
Answer
Common causes of fever in children include both infectious and non-infectious factors, with most being infectious, such as viral or bacterial infections. It is important to first determine the cause of the fever and treat it accordingly. High fever can trigger febrile seizures in children, so appropriate cooling measures are necessary, which can include both medication and physical cooling methods. The use of specific medications should be done under a doctor’s guidance.