"What should I do when my baby has a fever, cries, and refuses to sleep?"

If a child has a fever and cries incessantly, they should take fever-reducing medication or use physical cooling methods to lower their temperature, while monitoring their body temperature. As with adults, babies may experience uncomfortable symptoms such as headaches, muscle pain, and abdominal pain when they have a fever. Since babies are young, they can only express their discomfort through crying. Physical cooling methods include: 1. Cold compress: This method is simple and can be done by applying a cold towel to the forehead and re-wetting it with cold water when it becomes warm. 2. Immersion in warm water or bathing: Unwrap the baby's clothes and gently rub their body or immerse them in warm water (around 37°C). This can dilate the baby's skin blood vessels and dissipate body heat. 3. Wiping with a cool towel: Use a cool towel to wipe the forehead and face (around 25°C). 4. Drinking plenty of water can help induce sweating and regulate body temperature, lowering it and replenishing lost fluids. 5. Adjust clothing appropriately: If the baby's limbs are cold and they are shivering, add a blanket for warmth. If their limbs and hands/feet are warm and sweaty, indicating a need for heat dissipation, reduce their clothing. If a child frequently experiences high fever or other symptoms, it is important to consult a doctor for diagnosis and treatment under medical guidance.