Question
Is it dangerous for a 7-month-old baby to have a fever of 38 degrees Celsius for 7 hours?
Answer
There are many causes of fever in infants, including infectious and non-infectious factors. In Taiwan, the medical approach is to first determine the cause of the fever and then treat accordingly. When the body temperature is too high, it may trigger a febrile seizure in infants, so it is recommended to take medication to lower the temperature and physical cooling measures. If medication is not available, physical cooling methods such as wiping the body with warm water can be tried. If the situation does not improve, it is advisable to take the baby to the hospital for professional diagnosis and treatment.