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 bathgd can be given as home remedy to decrease fever.
Adequate fluid intake is also benefgicial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
RashmiMom of a 10 yr 11 m old girl2 years agoA. Give more of juices and liquid Shunte child as of now that is what is going to be helpful as of now because that is going to actually bring bring in strength and energy into your body and that’s going to be very helpful for the child to consume to regular appetite
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