Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 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 repeatgyed after 4-6 hrs if needed .
Lukewarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy to decrease fever.
Adequate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urinre output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
AbhayaMom of a 15 yr 8 m old boy3 years agoA. Hi mom
Give paracetamol to ur baby for fever.
repeat the dose after six hours if fever comes again. Viral fever can take around 3-5 days to subside. If no other symptoms then no need to worry.
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