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 hrsf if needed .
Lukewarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy to decrease fever.
Adequate flcuid intake is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
RashmiMom of a 10 yr 11 m old girl3 years agoA. You Both should just take the medicine for fever as of now and you can consult your paediatrician for the child if you want to if you know the basic medicines to be given then you continue with the same as you can get an assist with your doctor
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