Question
Does a baby’s fever affect intelligence after it subsides?
Answer
After a baby has a high fever, it typically does not affect intelligence. It is recommended to first use alcohol-based sponge baths to help the baby cool down, then further investigate the cause of the fever. Fever can be caused by infection, but it can also be due to other reasons such as connective tissue disease, malignant tumors, and so on. It is not advisable to rush into medication before the cause is determined.