Does a baby s temperature of 37 or more count as a fever?When should I go to the hospital?

Mondo Parenting Updated on 2024-01-31

In daily life, the baby's body temperature is one of the most concerned issues for parents. Sometimes, when we find that your baby's body temperature is slightly higher than normal, we worry about whether your baby has a fever and whether you need to go to the hospital. So, is a baby's body temperature of 37 a little more considered a fever?When should I go to the hospital?

First, let's take a look at the normal range of your baby's body temperature. Normally, the ** body temperature is 36Between 5 -37 is considered normal. However, it is very common for infants and toddlers aged 0-6 months to have a normal body temperature slightly higher than **. According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the baby's yang energy is vigorous and the body temperature is relatively high, with a body temperature of 37 -37Between 5 is considered normal. Therefore, when the baby's body temperature is slightly higher than 37, it does not necessarily mean that there is a fever, and parents do not need to be too nervous.

However, when the baby's body temperature exceeds 375. It is necessary to be alert to whether there is a fever. According to traditional Chinese medicine, fever is a reaction that indicates the presence of diseases in the body, which can be a manifestation of infection, inflammation and other problems. In this case, we should judge whether we need to see a doctor based on the specific condition of the baby.

Generally speaking, if the baby has other symptoms such as drowsiness, loss of appetite, poor mental state, shortness of breath, etc., in addition to the increase in body temperature, then it is necessary to seek medical attention in time. Especially in the case of high fever, persistent and high fever, parents should pay more attention to it and seek help from a doctor in time.

In the traditional Chinese medicine, there are many ** programs for fever. For example, "Penicillin Berberine Tablets" is a commonly used drug, and its main ingredients are Chinese herbal medicines such as Coptis chinensis, Skullcap, and Phellodendron chinensis, which have the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, cooling blood and stopping bleeding. In addition, it can also regulate the stomach and intestines through traditional Chinese medicine, enhance the baby's immunity, and accelerate the discharge of dampness in the body, so as to achieve the purpose of relieving fever symptoms.

In addition to medicines**, TCM also emphasizes the importance of health conditioning. During the baby's fever, parents can pay attention to the following: keep the indoor air fresh and adjust the indoor temperature appropriatelyAvoid spicy and irritating foods and drink plenty of water to maintain water balanceStay rested and avoid heavy exercise;Regularly wash and disinfect your baby's clothes, toys and other items to prevent cross-infection.

Overall, a baby's body temperature of a little more than 37 is not considered a fever, but when the body temperature exceeds 375. When accompanied by other symptoms, it is necessary to arouse the vigilance of parents and go to the hospital for medical treatment in time. In addition to medicines**, TCM health care is also a very important aspect. I hope that every parent can learn the correct way to deal with the baby's fever and ensure the healthy growth of the baby.

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