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What temperature should a child have during sleep: what to do if it rises
If you find that your child has a temperature higher than normal during sleep, this is not a reason to panic. It is worth seeing a doctor. Perhaps this is the reaction of the baby’s body to infections and some non-infectious diseases.
What should be the temperature of a baby
We are used to hearing that the temperature norm for the human body is 36,6 ° C. This indicator is normal for an absolutely healthy person. If an infection has settled in the body, its internal systems create an environment that prevents the development of harmful microorganisms. The rise in temperature is associated with this.
If a child’s temperature rises during sleep, this is a reason for contacting a doctor.
The indicator 38,5 ° C is not considered dangerous. He speaks of the presence of a disease, and that the body prevents its spread. The norm ends at a thermometer mark of 39 ° C. In this case, emergency measures must be taken.
Why does the temperature rise in sleep
Medicine will highlight a number of reasons why the body temperature rises at night:
- Cut or bruise. A child who is active during the day can accidentally injure himself. During the day, the infection in the wound will spread, and by the evening it will manifest itself in the form of a temperature surge.
- E. coli or poisoning. The phenomenon is called “delayed effect”. The effect of a harmful substance that has entered a child’s body manifests itself only after a few hours.
- Bacterial infection. During the period of activity of the baby, the infection almost does not make itself felt and is activated only in the evening.
- Viral infection. The beginning of the flu and acute respiratory infections have the ability not to disturb during the day, and by nightfall it will result not only in temperature, but also in a runny nose, sore throat and other manifestations.
- Certain childhood diseases that increase their effect towards night.
There is no universal cure. One should not determine without a doctor what disease struck the child. You need to seek help from a doctor to identify the disease and begin treatment.
What to do: shoot down or not
If the baby’s temperature is below 38,5 ° C, there is no need to try to lower it. Observe your child carefully and create a comfortable environment for him. 39 ° C is a reason to give an antipyretic and provide the baby with enhanced care.
A mild fever is not a cause for concern. It can rise for a variety of reasons. All of them are easily eliminated if you act wisely. The deviation from the norm begins at the thermometer mark 39 ° C. In any case, you need to consult a pediatrician.