Children with fever should be treated based on the cause of their condition, not by taking medication blindly.
A mother with a low fever can breastfeed, and it is recommended to drink plenty of water and possibly use physical cooling methods or drink hawthorn ginger water to induce sweating and reduce fever. At the same time, it is important to rest.
What should you do if a newborn baby has a fever?
Pay attention to the baby’s general condition such as spirit, appetite, bowel movements, and sleep. If these are good and the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees, it is recommended to use physical cooling methods to handle the baby’s fever, as this is the safest and most effective approach. Avoid using fever reducers, especially rectal suppositories, as they may cause dehydration and damage to the rectum.
A two-week-old baby can use a fever patch for cooling down, generally recommended for temperatures not exceeding 38 degrees.
What should you do when your child has a fever?
Is it appropriate for an 8-month-old child to eat eggs when they have a fever? How should one properly handle a child’s fever situation?
When a baby has a fever, parents often wonder if it’s okay to give them ginseng tea to cool down. However, according to professional opinions, it is not recommended to drink ginseng tea when feverish. Fever can be a symptom caused by viral or bacterial infections, and timely physical cooling methods should be used for treatment. At the same time, children should maintain a balanced diet, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits to supplement various vitamins and trace elements, and keep their emotions stable. If the child is diagnosed with respiratory system issues, parents should cooperate with the doctor for active treatment and develop good hygiene habits. Children need a reasonable diet and avoid eating irritating and cold foods.
There are many reasons for a child’s fever, with common causes being infections. Before the inflammation is effectively controlled, there may be recurrent fevers. Antiviral treatment can include ribavirin and other medications, and a mycoplasma antibody test can be conducted to rule out mycoplasma infection.
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