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 after 4-6 hrs if needed .other metdicine like mefenamic acid ibuprofen can also be given .
Lukewarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy to decrease fever.
Ardequate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 1 m old girl3 years agoA. hi
please do as per your doctor's Suggestions because he or she knows well about your child Health.
please keep your child well hydrated
give sponge bath to reduce the temperature.
dress your child lightly
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