Some people believe that occasional illness in children can improve their immunity, especially diseases like fever. After each episode, the child will feel better and it is helpful for their physical development. If it is a low-grade fever, there is no need for special treatment, but if the fever is too high, it can be harmful to the baby's body. So, how to reduce the baby's fever at 38 degrees?
1. Don't let your baby get cold just because they have a fever. Trying to add clothes to your baby's body is the least advisable approach. Your baby's body is currently in a state of fever, and the most important thing now is to dissipate heat and reduce clothing. A fever of 38 degrees Celsius is considered a high fever, and it is necessary to take your baby to the hospital for examination in a timely manner.
2. If there is nothing else to do after going to the hospital, you can go home for physical cooling, which will not cause any harm to the baby's body. There are also many methods, such as bathing the baby with warm water and wiping the whole body. The temperature should be between 27 and 37 degrees Celsius, which is beneficial for the baby's heat dissipation. If the baby has a rash, this method cannot be used.
3. When the baby is sleeping, you can use a cold towel to apply cold compress to the baby's head. After drying the towel, place it on the baby's forehead. When it gets hot, change another towel every few minutes, or use an ice pack to cool the baby down. It can be placed on both sides of the baby's neck or armpits, but it is best to wrap it in a towel.
