The child has a fever! At this time, many parents will be anxious, immediately let the child take medicine or go to the hospital. In fact, there are many misconceptions that parents have about their children’s fever, which we will explain below. Myth 1: A child feeling hot is a fever Fact: There are many reasons why children feel hot. Playing hard, crying, and just coming out of a warm blanket or being outdoors on a hot day can cause the body to heat up. However, in these cases, the child’s skin temperature returns to normal within 10-20 minutes. When the above causes are ruled out, if your child still feels hot or uncomfortable, there is an 80% chance that he or she really has a fever. Myth 2: Fever is bad for the body Fact: Fever activates the body’s immune system, one of the body’s protective mechanisms. A common fever can help sick children fight off infections in their bodies and is usually good for the body. Myth 3: Fever burns the brain Fact: Fever combined with infection does not cause brain damage. It is only when the body temperature is above 42°C that fever can damage the brain. And body temperatures only get this high when the body is at extreme ambient temperatures. (For example, keeping a child in a closed car on a hot day) Myth 4: Children are prone to convulsions caused by fever Fact: Febrile convulsions occur in only 4% of children. Febrile convulsions are characterized by a sudden loss of consciousness, eye rolls, facial muscle rigidity, spasms or twitching. Pediatricians point out that even without medication, most children’s convulsions may be relieved within a short period of time, so it is best for parents not to move their children at will, and pay attention to keep the child’s head turned sideways to prevent asphyxiation due to aspiration. Myth 5: Febrile Convulsions are Harmful Fact: Although febrile convulsions may seem frightening, they usually stop within five minutes and cause no permanent damage to the body. It also does not put children at greater risk. However, there may be a tendency for the fever to return the next time it strikes. If a convulsion lasts longer than 5 minutes, it should be treated immediately in a hospital.