When a baby has a fever of 38.5 degrees, the first thing to do is to use antipyretic drugs to lower the body temperature, pay attention to drinking plenty of water, and at the same time monitor the body temperature and find the cause of the fever.
Infants with a temperature of 38.5 degrees, the first need to use antipyretic drugs to treat, you can choose ibuprofen suspension or acetaminophen suppositories for external use, and after the treatment, pay attention to monitor the body temperature, to determine whether the body temperature has decreased. At the same time, you should drink a lot of water to avoid dehydration caused by excessive sweating.
After using the above two drugs, you should pay attention to observe whether there is any allergy, and at the same time monitor the body temperature, because part of the patients may be due to the use of too large a dose of drugs or over-sensitivity to antipyretic drugs, resulting in the body temperature fell below 36 degrees, at this time to pay attention to keep warm.
Infants with a fever of 38.5 degrees should seek medical attention to find the cause of the fever and determine whether there is a bacterial or viral infection. If no bacterial infection is detected, do not abuse antibiotics for treatment.
If a baby has a fever of 38.5 degrees, it is recommended to consult a pediatrician in a regular hospital and follow the doctor’s instructions for targeted treatment or therapy. All of the above medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor, avoid self-medication.