What are the methods to reduce fever for a one-year-old child who has intermittent fever? How to reduce fever for a one-year-old child who has recurrent fever?

We all know that babies are relatively young, have poor immunity, and have weak body resistance. They are prone to catching colds, fevers, or gastrointestinal discomfort. This is a common phenomenon. So how can we reduce the fever of a one-year-old baby? Let's take a closer look!

How to reduce the fever of a one-year-old baby

Share some tips on how to cool down a baby with fever at home.

1. Warm water bath, warm towel bath

When the baby has a fever, I usually give him a warm bath, which will take away some of the heat; or use a warm towel bath, but the towel should not be too dry, which will take away some of the heat, and the water retained on the skin will also take away some of the heat through evaporation. I don't think these two methods are very effective for babies with high fevers, so I usually only use them when the fever is low.

2. Ice pack to reduce fever

Ice packs are effective in reducing fever, but babies usually don't cooperate. You need to prepare several ice packs and stick them on the places where large blood vessels pass, including the forehead, the back of the head, under the armpits, the neck, and the groin. If the location is wrong and the number of ice packs is small, the effect will not be good.

3. Apply a cooling patch

I have also used the fever patch, and to be honest, I feel that the effect is not very good, but some people say that it is effective. However, when applying the fever patch, remember to read the instructions and stick it on the correct location.

4. Take antipyretics when you have a high fever

If the above methods are ineffective and the baby's fever is above 38.5℃, I will give the baby antipyretics, such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, etc. When taking the medicine, you must pay attention to the dosage and the interval between taking the medicine. Generally, it should not exceed 4 times in 24 hours. However, it is not recommended to use antipyretics for babies under 6 months old.

In addition, you must pay attention to the dosage. Many cold medicines now contain acetaminophen. Be sure to look at the ingredient list when taking cold medicine. If it contains acetaminophen, you do not need to take antipyretics separately.

5. Alcohol diluted bath

This method is not suitable for babies under one year old, because alcohol can cause allergies in some babies, and if the dilution ratio is incorrect, it can also cause alcohol poisoning in babies.

How to take care of a one-year-old baby when he or she has a fever

1. Drink more water

Give your baby more fluids, such as boiled water, rice soup, fruit juice, etc. If the baby has sufficient water in the body, he can sweat more, urinate more, and increase heat dissipation.

2. Get plenty of rest

You can let your baby rest more after he has a fever, but if your baby can eat, sleep and play regularly, there is no need to force him to sleep or rest.

3. Go to the hospital if the fever persists

If your baby continues to have a fever for more than five days, this may not be caused by a common viral infection and you need to go to the hospital to find out the cause of the fever.

Of course, if the baby only has a fever caused by a common cold, and the baby is in good spirits, can eat and play, parents should not be overly nervous, use antipyretics reasonably, give the baby more water, observe the baby's condition at any time, and take the baby to the doctor immediately if they cannot handle it themselves.

Common causes of fever in one-year-old babies

1. Infection

Respiratory tract infection is the most common cause of fever in babies, such as colds, flu, bronchitis, pneumonia, etc.

2. Other reasons

Rarely, fever may be caused by other reasons, such as rheumatic fever, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, a blood disorder, or a tumor.

Some babies may also have a fever after being vaccinated or when they are teething.

Therefore, it is best to go to the hospital and let the doctor check the cause of the disease, because it is sometimes difficult for parents to determine the specific cause of the baby's fever. If the baby has a fever, it is best to use antipyretic drugs under the guidance of a pediatrician.