Question
What medication should I give to a six-month-old baby who has a fever?
Answer
When a baby reaches six months and has a fever, alcohol sponge baths can be used for cooling. Afterward, it’s important to determine the cause of the fever. Fever can be caused by various factors, with the most common being infection, followed by connective tissue diseases, malignant tumors, and more. It is not recommended to rush into medication treatment without first identifying the cause.