How to Handle a Child’s Fever at Night

Physical cooling should be the first choice for a baby with a fever, especially for infants. If physical cooling is ineffective, appropriate small amounts of antipyretic medication can be used for medication cooling.
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How to Handle a Child’s Fever of 38.5 Degrees?

A fever of 38.5 degrees in children is typically caused by bacterial or viral infections, and treatment mainly involves antibiotics. Simply using fever-reducing medication is only a temporary solution. Consider using fever-reducing drugs like Merck or Naproxen under medical guidance to lower body temperature, and also perform physical cooling to prevent febrile convulsions. If the infection progresses to respiratory system issues, additional medical measures may be required, such as the use of ventilators or gastrointestinal decompression. In addition, maintaining good personal hygiene habits can also help prevent infections.
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