Question
Should a child use cold or warm compress to reduce a fever?
Answer
When a child has a fever, you can initially use alcohol sponge baths to lower the temperature. This method helps to reduce body heat and is relatively safe. After the alcohol sponge bath, it is crucial to find out the cause of the fever. Fever can be caused by various factors, including infection, connective tissue diseases, and malignant tumors. It is not advisable to rush into taking symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication without first determining the cause. Understanding the cause of the fever helps in providing more targeted treatment.