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 weeks .
Initially antipyretic like paracetamol is given in a dose of 15 mg / kg/ dose. Can be repeated after 4-6 hrs if needed .
Lukewarm 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 .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 .
Lukewarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy tho decrease fever.
Adequfate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
Kalindi BhavsarMom of a 8 yr 2 m old boy2 years agoA. Hi mommy
Placing a cool damp washcloth on forehead and the back of neck can help fever symptoms feel better Encourage your child to rest and drink plenty of fluids Medication isn’t needed for low grade fever that is below 100 Call the doctor if your child seems unusually irritable or lethargic Feed Them Nourishing Soup fluids Apple Cider Bath Use a Cold Compress lightweight clothing Turmeric Milk
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