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Mom of a 4 yr old boy3 years ago
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#asktheexperts what can i do if my baby has a viral fever

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profile image of Dr Sameer awadhiyaDr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years ago

A. 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 medicine like mefenamic acid ibuprofen can also be given . Lukewarm sponge bath can be gjiven as home remedy to decrease fever. Adeqfuate fluid intake is also beneficial. Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .

profile image of Manali K MehtaManali K MehtaMom of 2 children3 years ago

A. hi parents measure the temperature at the arm pit if her and make sure that the temp is not. 100f or.mkre if. it's there , paracetamol drops can he admisjjstred. keep her well hydrated whenever she has fever keep her hydrated by giving her a spoon of lukewarm water Every hour when she's awake

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