What should I do if a child has a fever? How to reduce the fever?
Disease description:
My own child hasn't been feeling well these past few days and has had a slight fever. I'd like to ask the doctor, what should we do when a child has a fever, and how can we reduce their temperature?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Jingli
Common methods to reduce fever in children mainly include physical cooling and medication.
1. **Physical cooling**: This is suitable for cases where body temperature is below 38.5℃. Methods include wiping the body with lukewarm water, taking a warm bath, applying fever patches, moderately lowering the ambient temperature, and loosening clothing to promote heat dissipation. In addition, soaking feet in warm water can also help improve blood circulation, relieve discomfort, and reduce body temperature.
2. **Medication**: When body temperature exceeds 38.5℃, it is recommended to use antipyretic medications under a doctor's guidance, such as ibuprofen suspension, acetaminophen drops, or acetaminophen suppositories. These medications can effectively reduce fever, but attention must be paid to the dosage and frequency to avoid overdose.
If symptoms persist or worsen, prompt medical attention is advised.
