A 3-year-old and 3-month-old baby has been suffering from a fever for five days without improvement, accompanied by symptoms such as sore throat, pharyngeal congestion, and white spots in the eyes. Two days later, the cough worsened, and the baby experienced a stuffy nose. Examination revealed a decrease in white blood cell count and an increase in the ratio of lymphocytes and monocytes, indicating a viral infection. It is currently recommended to seek medical attention for antiviral treatment to achieve better treatment outcomes.
When a child’s body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, what should parents do to respond and seek appropriate medical assistance?
After giving the child a fever-reducing medicine, encourage them to drink plenty of warm water, or use warm water to sponge bathe. Pay attention to the changes in body temperature. If the fever persists, timely use of fever-reducing medication is necessary. Different causes can lead to different symptoms, and it is necessary to go to the hospital for examination and treatment. Maintain regular daily routines, keep warm, drink plenty of water, and ensure good ventilation.
The child has a persistent low-grade fever, accompanied by seizures. How should it be handled?
When a child has hand, foot, and mouth disease accompanied by a fever of 38 degrees, timely fever-reducing measures should be taken and medical guidance sought. At the same time, personal hygiene should be maintained to prevent transmission.
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