What should I do if my baby develops a fever of 38°C after being bitten by a mosquito?
Disease description:
My son is five years old this year. He recently developed a fever after being bitten by a mosquito. I would like to ask: What should I do if my child develops a fever of 38°C after a mosquito bite?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Wan
The baby developed a fever of 38°C after being bitten by a mosquito. It is recommended to visit a hospital for a complete blood count (CBC) to determine whether the fever is caused by a bacterial or viral infection. In the meantime, physical cooling methods can be used to reduce the fever—for example, applying cold compresses or fever-reducing patches, and encouraging the child to drink plenty of warm water. Additionally, closely monitor the local bite site: if the area continues to enlarge, becomes larger, harder, or more swollen, surgical consultation and intervention may be necessary.
