At what temperature do you call an infant
High temperature is normalreaction of the body. But at the same time there is a strong load on the heart, blood vessels, nerves and other human organs. Heat poses a considerable threat to babies, since their defense mechanisms have not yet been fully developed.
Knowing at what temperature to call an ambulance for a child can save you precious timePhoto: Getty Emergency medical care is needed in the following cases:
- the thermometer reading does not fall below 39.6-40 °C even when taking antipyretics;
- in infants under 2 months old, the temperature rose above 38 °C.
It is important to assess the situation correctly. If the ambulance has not arrived within half an hour, you must try to get to the hospital yourself. The following indicators are a reason to call a doctor:
- 37.7 °C for infants under 3 months;
- 38 - for children from 3 months to 6 years old;
- 39 "С" for schoolchildren from 6 years old.
It is necessary to pay attention to thisother symptoms. First, try to bring down the temperature with ibuprofen or paracetamol to ease the baby's condition. But if there is no positive reaction to taking antipyretics, you should consult a doctor.
When can and should you seek emergency medical care?
It is also necessary to call an ambulance in cases where a high temperature is combined with the following symptoms:
- shortness of breath, shortness of breath;
- headache;
- retardation of reactions;
- nausea, vomiting;
- digestive disorders;
- lethargy, drowsiness:
- convulsions;
- abdominal pain;
- rash of unknown passage.
Parents should be especially wary of unusuala rash in the form of large red spots that quickly spread throughout the body. Without qualified help, the baby may die. You can't delay, because not only the health, but also the life of the baby depends on it. The faster he receives medical help, the greater the chance of recovery. Such symptoms may indicate inflammation of the brain, severe food poisoning, intestinal infection, appendicitis and other life-threatening conditions. A temperature above normal for a long time is dangerous because of dehydration. In children, dehydration occurs much faster than in adults. It is necessary to give them plenty of fluids and limit physical activity. Timely referral of parents for medical help will help quickly improve the health of the baby.
