Question
A child, aged 11 months, consulted the Otorhinolaryngology department on November 26, with a fever of 39 degrees Celsius, refusing to eat or drink milk, and with a slightly yellowish urine color. They had previously been treated with Hicla and ibuprofen suspension, but the fever persisted at 39.4 degrees Celsius after treatment. What physical cooling methods can be used at home? Are there other anti-inflammatory drugs that can be used?
Answer
Physical cooling is a safe and side-effect-free method to reduce fever, which can be achieved in two ways: first, by using warm water (about 38-41 degrees Celsius) for wet compress and wiping various parts of the body, especially areas with a concentration of large blood vessels such as the elbow pits, armpits, and neck, to promote heat dissipation; second, by placing an ice bag or a cold towel on the forehead to reduce cerebral oxygen consumption and protect the brain.