Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children2 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 wgxeeks .
Initially antipyretic like paracetamol is given in a dose of 15 mg / kg/ dose. Can be repeated after 4-6 hrs if needed .
Lukefwarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy to decrease fever.
Adequate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 1 m old girl2 years agoA. hi
if temperature is 100f or above , please visit your pediatrician.
keep your child well hydrated
give natural probiotics like fresh curd buttermilk etc more
maintain good hygiene using Babyhug multipurpose cleaner
give Sponge bath to reduce the temperature
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