Hi lawpei,
I seldom post here but often come in to read. just thought of replying your concern regarding your daughter's fever as my daughter (15months old then) had high fever for about a week (38C to 40C). I was worried sick and having sleepless nights. Here is a link you can read up. I find it very helpful:
http://www.babycenter.com/0_fever_11430.bc
http://www.babycenter.com/404_should-i-give-my-toddler-a-sponge-bath-or-a-drawn-bath-to-lo_12358.bc
http://www.babycenter.com/204_parents-tend-to-overtreat-child-fever-study-shows_5231985.bc
http://parentcenter.babycenter.com/404_can-a-high-fever-cause-brain-damage_71813.pc
I was giving my daughter warm sponging when her fever was high and when it went close to 40C, I gave her lukewarm to warm bath for half an hour. Just make sure that the water is lukewarm to warm, not cool, because shivering can actually raise your child's temperature rather than help bring it down. Also light clothing is a good idea. There were 2 times I gave her paracetamol when her fever went above 40C.
Here's some important highlights:
<font color="0000ff">Since fever is part of the body's defense against bacteria and viruses, some researchers suggest that the body may fight infections more effectively when its temperature is elevated. (Bacteria and viruses prefer an environment that's around 98.6 degrees F, or 37 degrees C.) A fever also tells the body to make more white blood cells and antibodies to fight the infection.
On the other hand, if your toddler's temperature is too high, he'll be too uncomfortable to eat, drink, or sleep, and that will make it harder for him to get better.
If your toddler's fever isn't affecting his behavior, you don't need to give him anything to lower it. Offer him plenty of liquids to prevent dehydration, and don't overdress him or bundle him up when he's sleeping.</font>
A simple prayer to all babies:
May all babies be free from harm and danger,
May all babies be free from physical sufferings,
May all babies be free from mental sufferings,
May all babies be able to take care of themselves happily.