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 repeated after 4-6 hrs if needed .other medicine like mefenamic acid ibuprofen can also be given .
Lukewarm sponge bath can be given as homte remedy to decrease fever.
Adequate fluid intakge is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
shreya goelMom of a 7 yr 4 m old boy3 years agoA. Hello mom
This can be because of any infection and in such case you should definitely consult with your paediatrician about it because your doctor can only advise you well after examining baby and having a blood test. You should never give any sort of medication till it is not advised by
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