Question
The 4-month-old baby developed a fever due to not being adequately dressed for the sudden drop in temperature. The body temperature reached as high as 39.8 degrees. Is there a concern that the high fever will affect the baby’s intellectual development?
Answer
Based on the patient’s medical records, the baby’s fever was caused by inflammation, with elevated blood counts indicating an infection. Although the fever reached 39.8 degrees, it was quickly brought back to normal after treatment, and there were no adverse reactions, so it is not believed that this episode of fever will affect the baby’s intellectual development. As for the loss of appetite, it may be a normal response as the body recovers from the fever; it is recommended to drink plenty of water and consume light foods.