Is 37.5°C considered a fever for a one-month-old baby, and what should be done?

Fever generally refers to an elevated body temperature. For a one-month-old baby, a temperature of 37.5°C is usually considered a fever. It can be managed by measures such as drinking more water, wiping with lukewarm water, and applying fever-reducing patches. Specific approaches are as follows:

1. Drink more water

Under normal circumstances, the human body temperature ranges between 36.3°C and 37.2°C. Therefore, a baby's temperature of 37.5°C is generally regarded as a fever. At this point, it's important to closely monitor the baby's condition. Giving the baby an appropriate amount of extra water can enhance metabolic activity and help promote recovery.

2. Wipe with lukewarm water

You can also use a warm towel to gently wipe the baby’s forehead, palms, soles, armpits, groin, and other areas. This helps dissipate heat from the skin surface and contributes to lowering body temperature.

3. Apply fever-reducing patches

Fever-reducing patches can be applied to the baby’s forehead. These patches contain gel components that help protect the brain and reduce forehead temperature, thereby helping to lower body temperature.

In addition to the above common methods, adjusting the indoor temperature may also help reduce body temperature. If the baby exhibits unusual crying or other abnormal symptoms during this period, prompt medical attention is necessary to avoid delays in treatment and potential adverse effects on the baby’s health.