Fever is a common physical abnormality, especially in children who are prone to it. When children catch a cold or flu, they will have a fever, and indigestion and fasting can also lead to fever. So parents need to pay attention to their children's body temperature when taking care of them. So, what is the normal body temperature for a 1-year-old child?
The body temperature of a 1-year-old child is slightly higher than that of an adult, with a normal temperature range of 36.0 ℃ -37.4 ℃. If a child's body temperature exceeds 37.4 ℃, it is possible that they have a fever. However, it should be noted that a child's body temperature is highly influenced by environmental factors. If exposed to a high temperature environment, it can cause the child's body temperature to rise. Generally, normal operation can be restored after leaving the high-temperature environment.
If parents confirm that their child has a fever, they need to use some methods to cool down. When a child has a low-grade fever, physical methods are usually used to cool down. You can use a cool towel to apply cold to the child's forehead or use antipyretic patches, which have good cooling effects and can promote a decrease in body temperature.
When a child has a severe fever, such as reaching a high fever, physical cooling alone is not enough. At this time, it is necessary to give the child antipyretic medication. If the effect is not significant after taking the medication, it is necessary to take the child to the hospital in a timely manner. Doctors will take cooling measures according to the specific condition of the baby, which can help the body temperature return to normal as soon as possible.
