Question
What to do if a child gets a fever from drinking cold water?
Answer
Current Symptoms: A body temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or higher. If the child has consumed raw water, the fever might be due to bacterial or viral infection. However, drinking cold water usually only causes gastrointestinal dysfunction and generally does not lead to fever. It is recommended not to give children cold water; it’s best to drink warm water at all times. Warm water is easier to absorb, has no irritation to the gastrointestinal tract, and can accelerate metabolism after being ingested, which is beneficial for the recovery of the illness or the promotion of health. If a child has a fever, it is necessary to combine other symptoms for comprehensive diagnosis and analysis of the cause. Do not use antipyretic medication easily if the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius.