Question
A patient inquired about their baby’s fever issue. The baby had a fever of 38.5 degrees two days ago and the fever subsided after taking antipyretics. However, the baby had a fever of 39.5 degrees again last night and the antipyretics were taken once more. On the third day, symptoms of fever, coughing, and stomach pain appeared.
Answer
The doctor advised the patient to bring the baby to a pediatric respiratory department for a follow-up examination as soon as possible. To cure the fever, intravenous fluids and antibiotics may be needed to kill the bacteria causing the fever. Simply taking antipyretics without treating the bacterial infection can lead to recurrent episodes of illness.