Question
How should one handle a child’s body temperature of 38.2 degrees?
Answer
Firstly, you can use alcohol-based sponge baths to help lower the child’s body temperature. However, it is more important to determine the cause of the fever. A fever can be due to an infection, such as viral or bacterial infection, or other diseases, like connective tissue disorders or malignant tumors. It is not recommended to rush into giving medication to the child without confirming the cause.