What to Do When a 21-Month-Old Baby Has a Fever?

Fever is usually a defense mechanism. If the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees, rest, keep warm, and drink plenty of water are recommended, and no fever-reducing medicine is needed. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, consider using medications such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen for symptomatic treatment, and complement with physical cooling methods.
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