Fever is a common disease in children, and many parents lack scientific understanding of it. They do not know how to handle it correctly, and even think it is just a small matter. Some even give their children adult antipyretics, which can affect their baby's condition. So, let's talk about where to apply ice packs for babies with fever now?
Put homemade ice cubes that have just been taken out of the refrigerator into a plastic bag, tie them tightly, cover them with 2-3 layers to prevent leakage, and then wrap them with a towel outside. Apply ice packs to the occipital region, forehead, armpits, neck, groin, and other areas where large blood vessels pass through. Change every minute until the high fever decreases. A layer of cloth should be wrapped around the ice pack to prevent local skin frostbite. If the baby experiences shivering, chills, bluish complexion, or localized skin turning purple, stop using immediately. Male babies should pay special attention to avoid touching the scrotum with ice packs.
Using pre made ice packs to make ice pillows also has a good cooling effect. Alternatively, wrap the ice pack in a towel to prevent local frostbite caused by placing it directly in certain areas. You can place the ice pack in areas with poor heat dissipation, such as armpits and groin, which are also major arteries; You can also wrap the ice pack in cloth and place it on the child's head. It is recommended to wrap it in several layers of cloth and avoid getting too cold. Ice compress can dissipate heat conduction in the body, increase heat dissipation, and lower body temperature. Generally, the position should be changed within about 20 minutes. Do not apply cold compress to areas such as the back of the pillow, earlobe, scrotum, etc.
