What to do if your child has a persistent fever

Because children have poor resistance, they are prone to frequent fevers. However, sometimes some children have a fever for a long time, which makes many parents anxious. So what should they do?

What to do if your child has a persistent fever

Whenever a child has a fever, the most troubled people are often the parents. If a child has a persistent fever, many parents may become very anxious. So what should we do when a child has a persistent fever? Let’s take a look at it below.

1. If the child only has a fever that does not exceed 38.5 degrees and has no other discomfort, there is no need to worry too much. You can first take physical cooling measures for your child, then give your child antipyretics and anti-inflammatory drugs (preferably children-specific drugs), and ask your child to drink plenty of water, and drink small amounts frequently. It is normal for a fever to last for 3 to 5 days. No child will get better from a fever in one day. It takes time.

2. If the child's fever is over 38.5 degrees, and the fever does not go down after taking antipyretics several times (usually once every 4 hours). You need to go to the hospital for the final check-up. If the child has no other discomfort, the blood test will show a high blood count, which is usually a bacterial infection. You can get a small injection first, which will be more effective in reducing fever. Try not to choose intravenous drips, as too many intravenous drips will affect the child's immunity. Take antipyretics and anti-inflammatory drugs after the injection.

3. When a child's fever exceeds 38.5 degrees and does not subside, it is most likely caused by a viral infection. Therefore, children need to take some antiviral drugs at this time, preferably in combination with antipyretics and anti-inflammatory drugs. If the child still has a fever for two days, go to the hospital for a check-up immediately.