Although it is common for young babies to have a fever, severe fever can make parents particularly worried, especially when some babies experience chills and convulsions during the fever process, which can leave new parents feeling helpless and unsure of how to handle it. So, what should children do when they have a fever and smoke?
1. Fever and convulsions in young babies are a common phenomenon, mainly due to the immature development of the central nervous system and brain in children. Therefore, when there is a high fever, convulsions are prone to occur. Parents should not panic about this. They should lay the baby flat with their head tilted to one side, and convulsions may cause secretions from the mouth and throat. It is necessary to clean them up in a timely manner to maintain smooth breathing and avoid inhaling into the airway, which may lead to suffocation.
2. If the baby is wearing clothes that are too tight, be sure to loosen them, especially the clothes around the neck should be loose to avoid obstructing breathing. At this time, do not feed water or milk, and do not forcefully pry open the tightly closed teeth or use a spoon or tongue depressor to give medicine to the baby. The environmental temperature should be adjusted appropriately, and physical cooling can be given moderately, such as wiping the baby's forehead with a warm towel to lower body temperature. Remember not to use towels that are too cold, otherwise stimulating the baby may worsen the symptoms of convulsions.
3. After the baby's fever and convulsions subside, it is necessary to take the baby to the pediatric department of the hospital for relevant examinations in a timely manner. For example, blood tests such as blood routine and C-reactive protein testing. After identifying the cause of fever, antipyretic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial drugs can be administered under the guidance of a doctor for treatment.
