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A fever is when the body temperature rises above 38 degrees Celsius. A fever occurs when the body fights infection, illness, illness, and is often helpful. Although fever can usually be reduced at home, you should be careful to watch for fever symptoms, especially in children, as children are often at increased risk of convulsions due to increased body temperature. If you or your child has a fever, here are ways you can quickly reduce the fever.

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Part 1 of 5: Dealing with Fever

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   Use over-the-counter fever reducers to reduce fever caused by a cold or the flu. Taking an over-the-counter medicine is one of the fastest and easiest ways to get rid of a fever. If the fever is caused by a viral infection it can be difficult to treat. The virus lives in the body's cells and rapidly multiply. They do not respond to antibiotics. However, you can still take medicine to control your body's fever response, whatever the cause.
   • Try acetaminophen (Tylenol) or aspirin to reduce fever. Note to use according to the instructions on the package and do not exceed the recommended dose.
   • Do not give aspirin to children, as aspirin can cause Reye's syndrome if the child is infected with the virus. Acetaminophen is a safer option. Look for a "baby" formula, and take it as directed.

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   Try a bath with warm water. Taking a shower or soaking in a warm bath may also help reduce fever more quickly. Fill the tub with warm water, or adjust the shower until the water is warm enough. Soak in a tub or shower for 10-15 minutes to cool down.
   • Do not shower with cold water or put ice in the bath to reduce fever. You need to use warm water to lower a fever so that it is quiet.

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   Drink water. Fever can make you dehydrated, making you worse. You need to pay attention to drink plenty of water to help the body fight fever and stay hydrated.
   • Children may also need to drink electrolytes like a Pedialyte to replace lost electrolytes. Check with your child's doctor before using the water to see if it is necessary.

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   Take a supplement to boost immunity. Supplements can supplement nutritional needs, helping the body fight the cause of fever. A multivitamin doesn't fight a fever directly, but it strengthens the body to do just that.
   • Take a multivitamin with vitamins A, C, E, and B-complex, magnesium, calcium, zinc, and selenium.
   • Take 1-2 capsules or one teaspoon of fish oil per day to supplement with omega 3 fatty acids.
   • A probiotic supplement or food (such as yogurt that contains "good bacteria") adds the bacteria Lactobacillus acidophilus to the body and improves immune function. But if your immune system is severely weakened, you need to check with your doctor before taking probiotics.
   • Don't take herbal supplements without consulting your doctor. Some types may interact with prescription medications or react with other medical conditions.

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   Use "wet socks therapy" at home. If you sleep in wet socks, your body will defend itself by circulating blood and lymph fluid to your wet feet. This will stimulate the immune system and induce a more restorative and relaxing sleep.
   • Soak a pair of thin cotton socks in warm water, then wring out the water so that the socks are still wet but not dripping.
   • Put on socks when you go to bed, then put on a pair of dry, thick socks over wet socks.
   • After five or six days, take two days off without using this method.

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   Cool the child's body if necessary. An adult's body can handle a fever quite well, but children can have a seizure if the fever is too high. In fact, fever is the leading cause of seizures in children 6 months to 5 years of age. If the child's temperature rises above 40 degrees Celsius or starts to rise quickly, you must reduce the child's fever immediately. Take off your child's clothes. Use a sponge or a washcloth to wipe warm water all over the child's body (not cold water) to reduce the child's fever.
   • Applying ice to a feverish body can be dangerous if not done properly. It can cause the body to shiver, and further increase body temperature. In the hospital, the nurse can apply ice, but it's best to use warm water at home.
   • Call your doctor as soon as your child has a high fever. Your doctor may advise you to take your baby to the emergency room or teach you how to care for your baby at home.
   • Call 911 for assistance if your child has a seizure. (In the US, call 911).
   • Your doctor may perform an rectal enema to treat a child's fever seizures.
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Part 2 of 5: Lifestyle Changes

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   Try to feel good. Sometimes the fever must happen and go away on its own, but there are things you can do to feel better while you wait for the fever to go away. For example, placing a wet washcloth on your skin will not reduce the fever, but it can reduce the discomfort caused by the fever. Soak a towel in cool water and place it on your neck or forehead.
   • Wear warm clothes and a blanket to protect against the cold from fever. If it feels hot, just put on a light blanket and wear light, airy clothing.

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   Stay hydrated and eat snacks to help your body recover from gastroenteritis (GI). GI disease is commonly known as "stomach flu". Symptoms include diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea or vomiting, headache, and muscle aches. These symptoms are also often accompanied by a mild fever. Gastritis will go away on its own within 3 to 7 days, so you only need to take care of yourself until the disease is over. Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day, especially if you are vomiting.
   • Observe the symptoms of dehydration in children, as this phenomenon requires emergency care. Signs include less need to change diapers because the baby has less urination, the tenderness (soft spot on the skull) is smaller, the eyes are sunken and the baby appears lethargic. If you see these symptoms, you must Call emergency or seek medical attention right away.
   • The BRAT (Bananas-banana, Rice-rice, Applesauce - apple sauce, and Toast - toast) menu is often recommended for GI disease, but evidence of its effectiveness is weak. The American Academy of Pediatrics does not recommend this menu for children because it does not provide enough nutrients for children. Should eat properly, stay away from oily, indigestible and spicy foods, and drink plenty of fluids.

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   Using herbs is believed to have antipyretic effects. Herbs come in many forms: powder, capsules or tinctures. Many people like to make hot tea with dry herbs. Warm liquids soothe the throat and herbs help reduce fever. To make a cup of herbal tea, soak a teaspoon of leaves or flowers in a cup of hot water for 5-10 minutes, and 10-20 minutes for the roots. Ask your doctor before taking any herbs or any other natural remedy, as herbs can interfere with prescription medications or worsen certain conditions. The following herbs all improve immune function, but may have some undesirable side effects:
   • Green tea can increase anxiety levels and raise blood pressure. You may need to avoid tea if you have diarrhea, glaucoma, or osteoporosis. Ask your doctor if you have liver disease.
   • Cat's claw can aggravate autoimmune diseases or leukemia. It can also interfere with some medications, so talk to your doctor before taking it.
   • Ganoderma lucidum is more commonly available as a medicinal alcohol than dried mushrooms. Use 30-60 drops, 2-3 times / day. Ganoderma lucidum may also interact with certain medications, such as blood pressure medications and blood thinners.

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   Take care not to spread the disease. When you are sick, make sure to cover your mouth and nose when you cough and sneeze, and dispose of used tissues correctly. Wash your hands often with antibacterial soap. Try to keep as far away from people who are not infected and in public as possible. Don't share cups or personal belongings with others, and don't get upset if your partner doesn't kiss you at this time!
   • Play toys that can be easily washed with soap and water.
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Part 3 of 5: Medical Care

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   Recall if anyone around you has been sick recently. If someone in your home or at work recently got sick, you may have caught that person. Children often infect each other and can catch the flu from friends at school or at the playground.
   • If you know that the person's illness goes away on its own, you can be a little relieved. Your illness is likely to go away on its own if you rest and drink plenty of fluids.

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   Record body temperature. If the disease does not go away on its own, you need to provide your doctor with detailed information about the progress of the fever. Your doctor can use that information to diagnose your condition. For example, you might think you have a common cold, but after a week you suddenly have a high fever. As such, it is likely that you have a secondary infection such as ear or lung infections. On the other hand, some cancers, such as non-Hodgkin lymphoma, can cause fever at night, but not during the day.
   • Be careful to take your temperature several times a day until the fever subsides.

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   Note other symptoms. You need to take note of anything that seems unusual, even if it doesn't make you feel tired. For example, sudden changes in weight can indicate many causes. Other symptoms may indicate which organ systems are affected, helping narrow the scope of the diagnosis.
   • For example, a cough may indicate a lung problem such as pneumonia. Burning when urinating can indicate inflammation of the kidneys.

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   Seek medical advice. Give your doctor notes about body temperature and symptoms so your doctor can diagnose the cause of the fever. They will also do a physical exam to find more about the source of the fever. The information you provide and the clinical examination results will help your doctor narrow down the possible causes. Causes can be easily identified or eliminated either with a test or by imaging.
   • Your doctor may order routine tests, including physical exams, white blood cell counts, urine analysis, blood cultures, and chest x-rays.

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   Follow your doctor's instructions for treating viral infections. The flu are the most common viral infections to date. However, there are some less common viral infections that also don't respond to antibiotics. Acute bronchitis, glomerulonephritis, chickenpox, roseola, and hand-foot-mouth disease are also caused by viruses.Many of them will go away on their own; Hand - foot - mouth disease, for example, usually resolves within 7 to 10 days. For most viral infections, the best treatment is to take care of yourself properly (proper hygiene, nutrition, and rest), but always talk to your doctor.
   • Ask your doctor for how long the virus lasts and if there is a way to speed up the healing process.
   • Ask your doctor what signs to look for when watching for symptoms, as some harmless viruses can change and become as dangerous as hand-foot-mouth disease in rare cases. encephalitis is life-threatening.

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   Take antibiotics in case of bacterial infections. The ability to cure infections is high, and in general, bacterial infections respond well to antibiotics. Antibiotics both kill bacteria, and prevent their recovery in the body. From there, the immune system can repel the remaining bacteria.
   • Bacterial pneumonia is a common cause of fever.
   • Your doctor will take a blood sample to determine which bacteria are causing the fever.
   • Your doctor will then use the test results to determine which antibiotics are needed to fight the bacteria and reduce the fever.

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   Talk to your doctor about other causes of fever. Viruses and bacteria are the most common but not the only causes of fever. Fever can also be caused by reactions to vaccinations, allergic reactions, and chronic inflammatory diseases such as IBS (inflammatory bowel disease) and arthritis.
   • If fever is frequent and frequent, talk to your doctor about the underlying causes. You can be treated for the underlying condition and reduce the frequency of fevers.
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Part 4 of 5: Measuring Temperature

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   Use an electronic thermometer to take your mouth temperature. Electronic thermometers can be used to take oral, anal or underarm temperature measurements. You should not try to take your temperature through your anus yourself, but use an electronic thermometer that measures either oral or underarm. Wash the thermometer with cold water, rub alcohol and finally rinse with cold water. Never use an anal thermometer to take oral measurements.
   • Do not eat or drink anything 5 minutes before taking your temperature because eating or drinking can change the temperature in your mouth and cause inaccurate readings.
   • Place the tip of the thermometer under your tongue and let it sit for about 40 seconds. Most electronic thermometers make a "beep" sound, indicating that the body temperature measurement is completed.
   • After reading the reading, rinse the thermometer with cold water, rub in alcohol and rinse to disinfect.

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   Take the temperature under the armpit. Take off your shirt or wear a loose top to take your temperature under armpits. Place the tip of the thermometer directly in the armpit. The thermometer tip should be in contact with the skin, not the fabric. Wait about 40 seconds until you hear the "beep" sound.

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   Decide how to measure your child's temperature. Measure your child's temperature with the method that's right for them. For example, a 2 year old child cannot hold the thermometer under the tongue for enough time to get an accurate result. Ear thermometers can also give mixed results. Taking a child's rectal temperature is the most accurate and is also painless. This is recommended for children 3 months to 4 years old.

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   Measure the child's rectal temperature with an electronic thermometer. Make sure the thermometer tip is disinfected with alcohol and then rinse again. After drying the thermometer tip, you will need to lubricate it with petroleum jelly for easy handling.
   • Place your baby on his back, then lift his or her feet up high. For babies, you should lift their feet like a diaper change.
   • Gently insert the thermometer into the anus, about 1.3 to 2.5 cm deep, but do not apply pressure if there is a problem.
   • Hold the thermometer for about 40 seconds or until you hear a "beep" sound.

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   Read the results. You may have heard that 37 degrees C is the temperature of a healthy body, but that is only a guide. The average person's body temperature fluctuates even for just one day. The body temperature is usually lower in the morning and higher in the morning. What's more, some people have a higher or lower resting temperature. Healthy body temperature can range from 36.4 degrees C to 37.1 degrees C throughout the day. The guidelines for fever are as follows:
   • Children: 38 degrees C anus; 37.5 degrees C measured at the mouth; 37.2 degrees C measured under the armpit.
   • Adults: 38.2 degrees C measured in the anus; 37.8 degrees C by mouth; 37.2 degrees C measured under the armpit.
   • A body temperature below 38 degrees is considered a "mild fever". You should not worry until the fever reaches 38.9 poison C.
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Part 5 of 5: Preventing Future Infection

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   Get vaccinated against diseases. Viral infections do not respond well to treatment. But scientists have developed vaccines that can prevent many types of viral infections. Ask your doctor about which vaccines you should get. Getting vaccinated early at a young age can prevent many potentially dangerous diseases in the future. Consider vaccination:
   • Pneumococcal infection, which prevents bacteria that cause ear infections, sinusitis, pneumonia, meningitis and blood infections.
   • The disease caused by the bacteria H influenza causes inflammation of the upper respiratory tract such as ear infections and sinus infections. This bacterium can also cause more serious infections such as meningitis.
   • Children 11 years of age and older should get the meningitis vaccine.
   • Are not There is no evidence that vaccination causes autism in children. The vaccination must be authorized by the Ministry of Health and must be fully tested to prove it works. Vaccination can save a child's life.

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   Get enough sleep each day. Adults who sleep less than 6 hours a day often have a poor immune response and reduced ability to fight off infections.
   • Try to get 7-8 hours of sleep each night to maintain a healthy immune system.

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   Eat a healthy diet. What you eat can have powerful effects on your ability to fight off disease. Nourish your body with natural foods like fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Avoid processed foods because they are often high in sugar and saturated fat, which is harmful to the body.
   • Make sure to get 1,000 mg of vitamin C and 2,000 IU of vitamin D per day. Vitamins A and E are also important for their antioxidant properties.

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   Avoid contact with germs. If you know someone who is sick, keep your distance until they have recovered and are no longer contagious. Even if you don't see obvious signs of illness in your surroundings, you should practice hygiene.
   • Wash your hands after leaving public places and always wash your hands before eating. If you don't have water available to wash your hands in public, bring a small bottle of hand sanitizer with you.

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   Reduce stress levels. Studies show that high stress levels actually weaken the immune system's response and make you more susceptible to infection. Set aside a corner in your life to relax and participate in activities that interest you, and make an effort to do it whenever possible.
   • Yoga and meditation are popular activities that help people reduce stress. Exercise also has a significant effect on stress.
   • Try to do at least 150 minutes of exercise each week for 30-40 minutes each.
   • When you exercise, you should notice that your heart rate is appropriate for your age. Calculate your heart rate by subtracting your age from 220. Try to achieve a heart rate of 60% -80% of your maximum heart rate for fitness.
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• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
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