Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years agoA. Fever is a reaction of the body to different pyrogens released during any Infection. Usually temp more than 99 F is taken as fever .
Mostly in children fever is because of viral infections like flu or RSV where the fever is there for 4-5 days but may persist even upto 2 weeks .
Initially antipyretic like paracetamol is given in a dose of 15 mg / kg/ dose. Can be repeated afthuer 4-6 hrs if needed .
Lukewarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy to decrease fever.
Adetquate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
Nihita mittalMom of 4 children3 years agoA. good morning show to the doctor immediately and start proper medication also it is advisable to give bath with the help of neem water everyday try to make sure that you change the bed sheet everyday
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