Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children1 Year 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 cjkan be given as home remedy to decrease fever.
Adequate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urine ouftput monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children1 Year agoA. during fever there will be some moment of dehydration please give adequate liquids fruit juices. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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