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If you (or your child in the house) has a fever, you will want to bring it down quickly. However, fevers do do their jobs too: an elevated body temperature is one way to boost the immune system and destroy pathogens. So it's a good idea to have a fever run normally, at least for a short period of time. However, you should find ways to control the fever so that the child feels most comfortable and the immune system can still fulfill its task. Luckily, there are a number of home remedies that can help.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Cool down

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   Take a bath with warm water. Start by making a bath of warm water. Help the feverish person get into the tub and relax while the water temperature slowly drops. Since the temperature of the water drops very slowly, the person's body temperature will also slowly drop.
   • You should not use water that is too cool to prevent a sudden drop in body temperature.

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   Use the wet sock method. This method is especially effective at night. Use a pair of cotton socks long enough to cover the ankle. Rinse socks under cold, running water. Wring out the water and then go to your feet. Put on a pair of wool socks. The feverish person will wear socks and rest all night. You should cover them with a blanket.
   • Most children will cooperate with this method very well because they will feel better after a few minutes.
   • This method is a traditional natural cure. Its principle is: cold feet promote blood circulation and stimulate the immune system. As a result, heat is released by the body, drying the socks and reducing the fever. This method can also be used to treat congestion in the chest.

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   Use the wet towel method. Use a towel or two and fold it in half lengthwise. Soak the towel in cold or ice water. Wring it out and apply the towel to your head, neck, ankles or wrists. Don't place the towel in more than two positions at once - this means you can place it on your forehead and ankles, or on your neck and wrists.
   • A cool washcloth or cold washcloth will remove heat from the body and reduce the fever. Repeat from the beginning when the towel is dry or not cool enough for you to feel comfortable. You can repeat this as many times as you like.
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Part 2 of 3: Adjusting meals to reduce fever

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   Cut back on eating. The adage "eat when you have a cold, fast when you have a fever" is somewhat true according to some recent scientific research. You should not let your body waste energy digesting food while it can be used against the triggers of fever.

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   Snack on healthy fruits. Choose fruits such as strawberries, watermelon, oranges, and cantaloupe. These fruits also help keep your body hydrated.
   • Avoid eating fatty or greasy foods like baked goods or stir-fries. Avoid spicy foods like fried chicken wings or hot dogs.

3. 

   Eat soup. You can use chicken broth on its own, and you can also eat chicken porridge cooked with vegetables. Studies show that chicken soup contains medicinal ingredients. This dish also helps your body get the necessary amount of water.
   • Include sources of easy-to-digest and healthy protein like scrambled eggs or chicken (add a little meat to your chicken broth).

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   Drink a lot of water. Fever can dehydrate the body and make the sick person more uncomfortable. Avoid dehydration by drinking lots of fluids or rehydration solutions like Ceralyte or Pedialyte. Contact your doctor before using rehydration solutions. Make a list of your symptoms, what you eat (or the child has a fever) and body temperature. Record how often your baby is changing diapers, or how often he urinates.
   • If your baby is still breastfeeding, drink as much water as possible. Your baby will receive enough protein and water and feel more comfortable.
   • Both children (and you) can use creams as a way to prevent dehydration. However, don't eat too much sugar. Look for ice creams made with natural fruits, frozen yogurt or juices. Don't forget to still drink plenty of water.

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   Drink herbal fever reducers. You can buy this tea or make it yourself at home. Just add one cup of dried herbs per cup of water. Soak the herbs in boiling water for 5 minutes and add honey or lemon as desired. Avoid adding milk as dairy products increase sebum secretion. For young children, reduce the amount of herbs to ½ teaspoon and let the tea cool down before giving it to them. Do not give tea to infants, unless directed by a doctor. Try herbal teas made from the following herbs:
   • Indian basil (Western basil - or sweet basil is fine, but not as effective)
   • White willow bark
   • Peppermint or mint
   • Chrysanthemum poker
   • The incense stick
   • Raspberry leaves
   • Ginger
   • Oregano Leaves
   • Musk
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Part 3 of 3: Recognizing what you need to see for a doctor

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   Know when to call the doctor. Body temperature can vary from time to time, but normally it will be 37 degrees Celsius. If an infant's temperature below 4 months of anal measurement is 38 degrees C or more, Call your doctor right away. For children in general, if the child's body temperature is 40 degrees C or higher, call a doctor right away. For children over 6 months old or older, a body temperature above 39.4 degrees C is also a sign that needs to be examined. If your child has a fever with the following symptoms, call your doctor or the emergency room as soon as possible:
   • looks tired and doesn't want to eat
   • fussy and crying
   • daze
   • signs of obvious infection (pus, discharge, redness)
   • convulsions
   • sore throat, rash, headache, stiff neck, ear pain
   • some of the rarer signs that need to be monitored and treated immediately:
     • squeals or sounds like seals
     • difficulty breathing or purple skin around the mouth, fingertips or toes
     • the baby's fontan is swollen
     • weakness or lethargy

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   Watch for signs of mild dehydration. Consult your doctor if you see signs of mild dehydration, especially in newborn babies. Severe dehydration will come very quickly. Signs of mild dehydration include:
   • Dry mouth, sticky or chapped lips - or a similar phenomenon in the baby's eyes
   • Lethargy, fussy, or more tired than usual
   • Thirst (watch for lips licking or pursing in infants)
   • Reduced urine output
   • Dry diapers (Babies will usually need to change diapers every 3 hours. If after 3 hours the diaper is still dry, the baby may be dehydrated. Please continue to drink water and check again in 1 hour. If the diaper is still dry, call your doctor.)
   • Dark urine
   • When crying, little or no tears come out
   • Dry skin (gently pinch the back of the child's hand over soft skin. If the baby is not dehydrated, the skin will immediately return to normal)
   • Constipation
   • Feeling dizzy or light-headed

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   Be aware of the signs of severe dehydration. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call an ambulance and a doctor immediately. Symptoms of severe dehydration include:
   • Very thirsty, fussy or lethargic - for infants and children (For adults, this is often irritating and not alert)
   • Mouth, skin, and mucous membranes around the mouth / eyes are very dry
   • When crying, no tears
   • The skin does not return to its original state after being lightly pinched
   • The amount of urine is reduced and darker than usual
   • Sunken eyes (or dark circles under the eyes)
   • In babies, the fontanelle will sink.
   • Rapid heartbeat and / or shortness of breath
   • Fever

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   Watch for febrile convulsions in infants. This phenomenon occurs in infants when there is a high fever. Though very frightening, it passed quickly and caused no brain damage or other serious damage. High fever convulsions usually occur in children 6 months to 5 years of age. This phenomenon can recur, but very rarely occurs after the child is more than 5 years old. If your child has a seizure due to a high fever:
   • Make sure there are no sharp objects or stairs near the child to avoid injury.
   • Do not hug or try to hold your baby.
   • Place the baby or baby on their side or tummy.
   • If the seizure lasts more than 10 minutes, call an ambulance to check on the child (especially if the child has a stiff neck, is vomiting, lethargic or faint).
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Advice

• Anal temperatures are considered the most accurate of the body, but they can differ - sometimes relatively - from those measured in the mouth, forehead or ears.
• Anal temperatures are usually 0.3 ° C to 0.6 ° C higher than oral measurements.
• Forehead temperatures are typically 0.3 ° C to 0.6 ° C lower than oral temperatures, and 0.6 ° C to 1.2 ° C lower than rectal temperatures.
• The ear temperature will be 0.3 ° C to 0.6 ° C higher than the oral test.
• If your child has a fever for longer than 1 day (for children over 2 years) or for more than 3 days (for older children), call your doctor.
• Body temperature is usually low in the early morning, and higher in the afternoon.
• Always drink plenty of water.
• Do not overheat your baby. Wearing too many clothes can increase body temperature because heat cannot be released. Dress your child in light cotton, breathable clothing and light socks. Keep room temperature warm and cover your baby with a blanket.

Warning

• If you have a thyroid storm - a thyroid disorder that causes the amount of thyroid hormone in the body to skyrocket, this is an emergency and you must call an ambulance. The methods listed in this article cannot treat thyroid storm disease.
• Avoid caffeinated teas (black, green, or white) because they have thermogenic properties.
• When you have a fever, do not drink alcohol or cafferin such as coffee, tea or soda.
• Never give aspirin to infants and young children, unless directed to do so by your doctor. Avoid giving aspirin to people under 18 years of age.