When a child has a fever at night, first check for symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection. If the symptoms are not severe, you can give a small dose of pain relievers and use physical methods to lower the temperature. If the child has not had a bowel movement for more than a day and shows symptoms of abdominal distension and bad breath, it may be due to indigestion. In this case, you can use a lubricant enema to help with defecation.
A child’s fever may be an outward manifestation of an infection with bacteria or viruses, common causes including coughing, catching a cold, or the flu. It is important to treat symptoms appropriately and regularly monitor body temperature to track changes in the condition.
What should you do if a child has a fever of 38 degrees under the armpit?
The child had a fever of 38.7°C starting from yesterday afternoon, reaching 38.7°C by evening. The temperature slightly dropped during the night, with the child being drowsy, constantly wanting to breastfeed, drinking more water, minimal crying or fussiness, cheeks flushed red, and needing to be held to sleep. By this morning, the body temperature had returned to normal.
If a child has a fever of 39 degrees, you can first use alcohol sponge baths to reduce the fever and then further investigate the cause.
When a child has a fever of 39 degrees, physical cooling methods can be used, such as wiping the palms, soles, armpits, and areas of large blood vessels with alcohol, and observing for signs of indigestion. If diagnosed with an endocrine disease, treatment should be coordinated with a doctor, and attention should be paid to diet and hygiene habits.
How should you handle it when a child has a fever with seizures and vomiting white foam?
A child with a fever, sore throat, and cough has undergone intravenous treatment but the symptoms have recurred. Laboratory tests have confirmed a viral pharyngitis. Medications for fever reduction, anti-inflammatory drugs, and cough suppressants have been administered for several days, but there has been no improvement in the fever and cough. It is recommended to undergo a chest X-ray to rule out bronchitis and to monitor bowel movements to ensure they are regular.
A child doesn’t have a runny nose or cough, but has a fever. How should it be handled?
A child experiencing headaches and nausea might be showing symptoms of acute gastroenteritis. It’s advisable to seek medical attention promptly for diagnosis and symptomatic treatment.
