Question
Can a 6-month-old baby be blown on to cool down when feverish at 39 degrees?
Answer
It is not recommended to blow on a 6-month-old baby to cool them down. When a baby has a fever, their body temperature rises, and blowing can potentially lead to further increase in body temperature, even triggering seizures. It is advisable to give the baby symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication and take other appropriate measures to reduce fever, such as taking medication, using fever-reducing patches, or wiping with lukewarm water. If the baby continues to have a fever or exhibits other symptoms, it is important to take them to see a doctor promptly.