Baby fever is one of the common problems encountered by families preparing for pregnancy. It is important for parents to understand the symptoms, treatment methods and precautions of baby fever. The following will introduce you to the knowledge related to baby fever in detail.
1. Symptoms
When a baby has a fever, we can observe its symptoms from the following aspects:
1. Increased body temperature: The normal body temperature range is between 36.5°C and 37.5°C. A temperature exceeding 37.5°C can be considered a fever.
2. Skin condition: The baby may have flushed face, sweating on forehead, etc.
3. Mental state: The baby may show symptoms such as irritability, loss of appetite, and decreased sleep quality.
4. Other symptoms: Your baby may have cold symptoms such as cough, runny nose, sore throat, etc.
2. Treatment method
When your baby has a fever, parents can take the following measures:
1. Observe the temperature: Use a thermometer to measure the baby\’s temperature regularly and record it to describe the condition to the doctor.
2. Keep the indoor environment comfortable: Make sure the temperature of your baby\’s environment is appropriate and avoid overheating or coldness.
3. Increase water intake: Give your baby plenty of water to drink. Stay hydrated and prevent dehydration.
4. Pay attention to diet: Your baby may have a loss of appetite when he has a fever, but he still needs to provide easily digestible food to ensure nutritional intake.
5. Use antipyretic drugs: Under the guidance of a doctor, you can use antipyretic drugs, but they must be used in the correct dosage.
3. Precautions
You need to pay attention to the following points when dealing with your baby\’s fever:
1. Close observation: Parents need to closely observe changes in their babies’ symptoms and provide timely feedback to the doctor.
2. Avoid over-swaddling: Although your baby may feel cold when he has a fever, over-swaddling can cause the body temperature to rise further, so pay attention to controlling indoor temperature and clothing.
3. Do not use antibiotics casually: Most fevers in babies are caused by viral infections. Antibiotics are ineffective against viruses, so do not abuse them.
4. Pay attention to hygiene: Keep the environment around your baby clean, wash your hands frequently, and avoid cross-infection.
The above is the relevant content about the symptoms, treatment methods and precautions of baby fever. I hope it can provide some help to families preparing for pregnancy. If your baby\’s fever symptoms last for a long time or the condition worsens, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time or see a doctor nearby.
