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 gbath can be given as home remedy to decrease fever.
Adequate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessahry to avoid dehydration .
Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 1 m old girl2 years agoA. hi
if temperature is 100f or above then you must consult your pediatrician
because high fever or fever for more than 3 days indicates infection
keep your child well hydrated
give decotion of warm water and Tulsi leaves in 2 tbsp quantity every 2 hours
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