1. What is fever?
Fever refers to an increase in body temperature beyond the normal range. Normal human body temperature is between 36.5°C and 37.5°C. If it exceeds 37.5°C, it is considered fever. Fever is a self-protective response of the body to fight infection.
2. Why does the baby have a fever?
Baby’s immunity is not yet sound enough and he is prone to infection with various bacteria, viruses and other pathogens. When a baby is infected with these pathogens, the body will produce an inflammatory response, causing the body temperature to rise.
3. What should I do if my baby has a fever of 38.5℃?
If the baby\’s body temperature reaches 38.5℃, parents should take timely measures. You can give your baby a warm water bath or use antipyretics to cool down. At the same time, observe other conditions of the baby. If vomiting, diarrhea and other uncomfortable symptoms occur, you need to seek medical treatment in time.
4. How to prevent baby from having fever?
In order to prevent babies from having fever, parents can take the following measures:
(1) Maintain air circulation: Open more windows to maintain indoor air circulation.
(2) Pay attention to indoor hygiene: clean the room regularly and maintain indoor hygiene.
(3) Strengthen nutrition: Provide your baby with nutritious food to enhance the body’s resistance.
(4) Avoid infection: Avoid taking your baby to crowded places, and try not to let your baby come into contact with sick people or objects.
5. How should parents deal with their children\’s fever?
Parents should take prompt measures when their children have a fever. First, you need to cool down your child, either by bathing with warm water or using antipyretic drugs. At the same time, observe the child\’s other symptoms. If vomiting, diarrhea and other discomforts occur, you need to seek medical treatment in time.
6. What impact does fever have on children?
Fever can cause physical discomfort, loss of appetite and other problems in children. If high fever lasts for a long time, it may lead to serious consequences such as dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. Therefore, parents must take timely measures when their children have a fever and pay attention to their children\’s physical changes.
