1. Symptoms of fever in infants
Infant fever refers to the phenomenon that the body temperature rises to more than 37.5℃ above the normal body temperature. In addition to an increase in body temperature, other physical reactions may occur, such as dry mouth, loss of appetite, headache, muscle aches, etc. If your baby develops these symptoms, you must take timely measures.
2. Causes of fever in babies
There are many causes of fever in babies, the most common being infection. Infections can come from many aspects such as the respiratory tract and digestive tract, such as colds, pneumonia, diarrhea, etc. In addition, babies may develop fever as a result of vaccinations.
3. How to reduce fever in babies
When a baby has a fever, parents need to reduce the fever in time. But be careful not to cool down too much to avoid harming your baby. Common methods of reducing fever include bathing with warm water or using medication to reduce fever.
4. What should be avoided
When reducing fever in babies, parents need to pay attention to some details. Don\’t put too many clothes on your baby and avoid overheating. In addition, avoid using some unsafe drugs or methods.
5. When do you need medical treatment
If the baby\’s fever lasts for a long time or the body temperature exceeds 39°C, parents need to take the baby to the hospital in time. In addition, if the baby has symptoms such as shortness of breath or purple spots on the skin, he also needs to seek medical treatment in time.
6. How to prevent infant fever
Prevention is the best treatment. There are some steps parents can take to prevent their babies from developing fevers. Maintain good air circulation, wash hands frequently, get vaccinated regularly, etc.
Abstract:
Fever in babies is a common phenomenon, but parents need to take timely measures to deal with it. When reducing a baby\’s fever, be careful not to cool down excessively; in terms of prevention, you can reduce the risk of infection by maintaining air circulation and washing hands frequently. If you have a persistent high fever or other serious conditions, you need to seek medical treatment promptly.
