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A fever is a sign that the body is trying to fight off something that isn't as good as a bacteria or infection. In addition, fever is often a symptom of an illness like the flu, heat exhaustion, sunburn, certain infections, drug reactions and other problems. When you have a fever or a fever naturally under the influence of another illness, you may also experience sensitive skin. However, there are many ways to help soothe this type of skin allergy to feel better while you wait to heal.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Handling sensitive skin

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   Choose comfortable clothing that is soft and thin. Include the blankets and sheets you use to sleep or rest. You should use as little fabric as possible.

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   Reduce heat. During the winter, if you have to use a heater, reduce the heat to cool the room while waiting for healing.
   • If it is not winter, use a fan to reduce the heat. The occasional mist while sitting in front of the fan also makes you feel better.

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   Bathe in lukewarm water. Warm water is at 30 ° C. Taking a bath is better than a shower as you soak your whole body in the water, but if you don't have a bath you can still take a shower.
   • Do not bathe with ice cold water.
   • Do not use rubbing alcohol to cool your skin.

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   Apply a cold washcloth or ice pack to your neck. There are many methods you can use to freeze something and place it on the forehead, face, or back of the neck. You can soak a towel in cold water, place an ice pack or an ice cube in a towel (this will last longer) or wet the towel and put it in the freezer before serving. Try a small bag of rice and put it in the freezer. You can put the rice in a cloth bag to use or buy at the store if available.

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   Wear damp socks when you go to bed. Before going to bed, soak your feet in hot water. Then dampen cotton socks with cold water and put on feet. Wear a pair of thicker socks over the damp socks and go to bed.
   • This method is not recommended for people with diabetes because they do not have good blood circulation or a sensitive feeling in the legs.
   • Some cosmetic brands create products for feet that contain mint. When applied to the feet, it creates a feeling of coolness. Use this lotion, cream, or gel on your feet throughout the day to cool down.
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Part 2 of 3: Dealing with fevers

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   Use over-the-counter drugs in pharmacies. Doctors often advise adults to take acetaminophen, ibuprofen or aspirin for a fever. Read the directions on the package carefully for the dosage you need.

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   Take medication as prescribed by your doctor. Since fever is often a symptom of another medical condition, your doctor will prescribe medicine to treat the illness (like an antibiotic). Only take medications that are specifically prescribed for your medical condition. In addition, follow the dosage that the doctor recommends and the instructions on the pill box.

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   Drink a lot of water. Fever dehydrates the body, but in order to stay healthy against diseases, you must stay hydrated. Drink as much water as possible regularly, including juice.
   • Broth is also effective because it contains salt, which helps relieve dehydration.
   • Another simple way to stay hydrated is by eating ice cream. Since you have a fever and your body is very hot, this will help you feel cooler, albeit only temporarily.

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   Take a lot of time to rest. You have a fever because of an instability in your body. At that time, the body will use all its energy to fight the disease without using it to do other unnecessary things. Plus, energy-intensive activity will also increase your body temperature, which you don't need right now. Think in bed or on the sofa. Don't go to work or school. Don't go out for errands unless absolutely necessary. Don't worry about chores until you feel well. advertisement

Part 3 of 3: Prevention of fever

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   Hand washing. You cannot wash your hands as often as you go anywhere, but you should wash your hands after using the toilet and before eating. In addition, it is helpful to practice the habit of washing your hands after returning home from the street or touching door handles, elevator buttons or using public transport.

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   Don't touch your face. The hand that unites the world. However, it also means that your hands are susceptible to dust, oil, bacteria and other things you don't want to think about, especially before washing your hands.

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   Do not share water bottles, cups or spoons. This is especially important when you or the other person is sick. But this is just to protect your health because some diseases can be contagious when the sick person has no obvious symptoms, it's best to avoid sharing anything with anyone that touches the mouth.

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   Regularly strengthen the immune system. Make sure you get your vaccinations and boost your immune system on time. If you can't remember the last time you did this, talk to your doctor - in some cases it's better to get vaccinated early than not at all. Strengthening your immune system will help fight off illnesses like the flu or measles that often accompany fever symptoms.
   • Note that strengthening your immune system with active bacteria will cause temporary symptoms, including fever, for the next few days after vaccination. You should talk to your doctor about possible side effects.
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Warning

• The “normal” body temperature is 37 ° C. For infants, you should bring your baby to see a doctor when (a) babies 1 to 3 months old have a temperature higher than 38 ° C, (b) babies 3 to 6 months have a fever higher than 39 ° C c) babies 6 to 24 months old have a fever higher than 39 ° C and last for more than 1 day. Children younger than 2 years old should be referred to a doctor if the fever is accompanied by other symptoms. Adults should see a doctor if the fever is higher than 39 ° C and lasts longer than 3 days.
• Also, see your doctor when you are concerned about your medical condition.