After birth, babies are particularly susceptible to illness due to their lack of adaptation to the environment, resulting in lower resistance and immunity. A common fever in babies is caused by bacterial or viral infections. So, what's the reason why a baby's forehead isn't hot when they have a fever?
Generally speaking, if a baby only has body heat but a hot forehead, parents should first use a thermometer to measure whether the baby's armpit temperature is too high. If the baby's armpit temperature is high, it indicates that the baby has developed fever symptoms. If the baby only has a body fever, it means that the baby has not been experiencing fever symptoms for a long time. Fever may be caused by the baby's digestive problems.
The phenomenon of a baby having a fever and not a hot forehead may also be caused by a cold. It is recommended to give the baby more water in moderation to avoid a lack of water in the body and to keep the baby warm. The symptoms of fever in babies are closely related to their nutritional status, especially for some malnourished and zinc deficient babies who are more susceptible to viral and bacterial infections.
If the baby continues to have a fever, it is best for parents to take the baby to the hospital for examination, and the doctor can prescribe medication according to the test results. Parents are advised not to self medicate their babies, as this can not only irritate their stomachs but also cause recurrent fever symptoms, thereby affecting their health.
