Should I get an injection if my temperature is 38°C?
Nov 21, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
A temperature of 38℃ constitutes a low-grade fever. The use of antipyretic injections is not recommended; instead, physical cooling methods and oral medications can be used to restore normal body temperature, aiming to bring the patient's temperature back to normal within half an hour to one hour. For severe infections such as sepsis or bacteremia, intravenous antibiotics may be administered. Additionally,感冒灵颗粒 (Cold Ling Granules) should be taken under a doctor's guidance.
A temperature of 38°C is considered a low-grade fever. It is not recommended to use injectable antipyretics; instead, body temperature can be reduced through physical cooling methods and oral medications.
1. Physical Cooling
A temperature of 38°C constitutes a mild fever, which can be alleviated through physical cooling. Apply cold compresses such as ice packs or cooling patches externally to areas with abundant lymph nodes—such as the neck, armpits, and groin. Through physical cooling, lymphatic circulation improves, helping the patient's body temperature return to normal within half an hour to one hour.
2. Oral Medications
If the cause is a viral infection, patients may take Banlangen Granules, Chai Yin Oral Liquid, or Pudilan Anti-inflammatory Oral Liquid under medical guidance. Most patients can effectively control infection symptoms, relieve fever, and manage upper respiratory tract infections. For severe infections such as sepsis or bacteremia, intravenous antibiotics may be required. Additionally,感冒Ling Granules can be taken under a doctor’s supervision.
It is recommended to select appropriate treatments based on the individual patient's condition. Fever management should not be determined solely by the degree of fever, nor should injections be administered without proper assessment.
