Fever Treatment at Home
Fever Treatment at Home
Drink Water.
Drink at least eight ounces of water every two hours. Your body can quickly
lose moisture and get dehydrated by sweating or sneezing caused by illnesses; Such as colds and flu;That are often associated with a fever.
Dehydration can cause your temperature to rise and often leads to headaches;dizziness;muscle cramps;low blood pressure; and seizures.
Dehydration can cause your temperature to rise and often leads to headaches;dizziness;muscle cramps;low blood pressure; and seizures.
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Wear comfortable clothing. Wear loose, comfortable clothes when you
have a fever to help your body relax and improve air circulation to help you
stay cool. Remove excess clothing or blankets that can trap heat and make a
fever last longer. Try a layer of lightweight clothing, and one lightweight
blanket or sheet for sleep.
1. Lower the room temperature. High temperatures can make a fever last
longer and cause excessive sweating that can lead to dehydration. The room
temperature should ideally be 73–77℉. If the room is hot or stuffy, a fan may
help.
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Take a warm shower. A warm shower or bath that lasts for 5-10
minutes can help stimulate sweat that keeps your body cool; soothe sore
muscles;and decongest sinuses that may be blocked due to a cold. Make sure the
water is not too hot to avoid increasing your core temperature; which may cause
the fever to last longer.Keeping your body
clean can also help reduce the risk of further viral or bacterial infections.
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Sponge down. If bathing facilities are not available' or does not sound appealing, use a moist towel instead. Soak small towels in
lukewarm water and dab them on your forehead or under your arms. This
stimulates sweat that helps keep your body cool'improves blood circulation and
can reduce nasal congestion caused by a cold or flu.
Drink
herbal tea. Herbal
teas contain many antioxidant and anti inflammatory compounds that can help
promote relaxation' calm indigestion and gastric reflux, and reduce congestion
associated with fever. Some teas can take up to 2–3 hours to take effect.
Herbal teas that help reduce fever..
Drink
rice water. When
a fever is accompanied by severe diarrhea or indigestion it is a good idea to
reduce it with the help of rice water. You can prepare rice
water by boiling 2 ½ tablespoons of rice in 1 liter of water for half an hour.
Then strain and drinking the liquid.
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Reduce caffeine intake. Too much caffeine can be bad for you when
you have a fever. Caffeine overdose can cause fevers, headaches, insomnia,
diarrhea, irritability, and dizziness. Caffeine also stimulates water excretion
and excessive intake can lead to dehydration.
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Avoid smoking. Smoking also suppresses the body’s immune
system. Smoking thus requires
the body to fight harder against viruses and bacteria, which increases body temperature.
It is best to avoid exposure to cigarette smoke, nicotine, and other tobacco
products until your fever has reduced.
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