What are the symptoms of a baby having a fever from being chilled?

Babies who catch a chill may experience symptoms such as fever, respiratory symptoms, mental changes, sore throat, and fatigue.

1. Fever: After exposure to cold, a baby's thermoregulatory center may be affected, leading to increased heat production and reduced heat dissipation, thereby causing an elevated body temperature.

2. Respiratory symptoms: Following exposure to cold, babies may develop respiratory symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, coughing, phlegm production, and sneezing.

3. Mental changes: Fever may cause poor mental status in babies, manifesting as persistent crying, drowsiness, and listlessness. In severe cases, babies may also experience discomfort such as headache and dizziness.

4. Sore throat: After exposure to cold, the resistance of the mucous membranes in the baby's throat may decrease, making it easier for bacterial or viral invasion to occur, resulting in inflammation. This may cause redness, swelling, and pain in the throat mucosa, with increased pain during swallowing.

5. Fatigue: During a fever, a baby's metabolism accelerates, consuming large amounts of energy. At the same time, the immune system is in a state of stress while fighting the illness, which can make the baby feel tired and weak, with a noticeable decrease in activity levels.

During treatment, parents should closely monitor changes in the baby's condition and provide appropriate care and support as directed by a healthcare professional.