Question

How to handle a child’s fever?

Answer

For a child with a fever, it’s important to encourage them to drink plenty of water and to regularly measure their temperature. Once the temperature exceeds 39 degrees Celsius, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication should be administered. At the same time, keep the child’s body clean and use warm water to wipe them down to help lower their temperature; avoid wrapping the child too tightly. Observe for improvement the next day; if the fever persists, seek medical attention immediately. Sometimes children may develop a fever due to overeating or consuming too much fatty food. Since their digestive systems are not fully developed, they may not be able to handle all types of food. These are analyses and speculations, and decisions should be made based on the child’s specific situation. It can be more challenging during the night. Often doctors say that children don’t get cold or hungry, but it’s usually due to eating too much or being overly bundled that they fall ill. Based on my experience, this is indeed very reasonable.