Question
Is the dosage of rectal fever-reducing medication too high for a 6-month-old baby with a fever?
Answer
When a baby has a fever, it is advisable to first use alcohol-based sponge baths to reduce the fever and then further investigate the cause of the fever. The cause of fever may include infections, connective tissue diseases, or malignant tumors. It is not recommended to rush into using medication to reduce the fever without determining the cause.