What causes a child to have recurring fevers?
Disease description:
My son has been experiencing recurring fevers, but we are unsure of the cause. Could you please tell me, Doctor, what are the possible reasons for a child's recurring fevers?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Ren Yi
Children's recurrent fever may be caused by underdeveloped thermoregulatory center, improper use of medications, allergic reactions, infections, immune system diseases, and other reasons.
1. Underdeveloped thermoregulatory center: Children's thermoregulatory center has not fully matured, which may lead to recurrent low-grade fever.
2. Improper medication use: If children do not use antibiotics or other medications as directed, it may lead to drug resistance in pathogens, resulting in recurring fever.
3. Allergic reactions: Some children have allergic constitutions, and exposure to allergens may cause recurrent fever along with rashes.
4. Infections: Infections are common causes of recurrent fever in children, including colds, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, otitis media, and pneumonia.
5. Immune system diseases: Some immune system disorders, such as rheumatic fever, can also cause recurrent fever in children.
Parents should closely monitor their child's symptoms, seek timely medical attention, and follow medical advice for treatment. Additionally, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits and a positive mindset can also help prevent and manage recurrent fever.
