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Mom of a 5 yr 4 m old girl3 years ago

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baby's body temperature is 96.4 F. Is it normal?? baby forehead is slightly warm. She seems to be unwell. Not eating properly.

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Dr 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 given as home remedy to decrease fever. Adequate fluid intyake is also beneficial. Urine ofutput monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .

Manali K MehtaMom of 2 children3 years ago

A. Hi parents please don't get panic it is normal please give plenty of breast milk please once consult with your pediatrician please maintain hygiene properly with Babyhug instant sanitizer

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