what to do in fever? #medical
hi dk
The
first thing you should do is make sure there is someone around to check on you.
Most fevers are simply a sign that your immune system is doing its job and
fighting off a bacterium or virus that is trying to do you harm. But
occasionally a fever can be the first symptom of a serious illness, so you
should make sure there is a friend or family member who will look in on you
once or twice a day and call for help if you become seriously ill or
incapacitated.
The second thing
you should do, depends how high the fever is. If an adult has a fever over 104F
(40C), that is high enough to cause brain damage. NSAIDs such as
ibuprofen, diclofenac, naprosyn, etc., or acetominophen, can bring the fever
down quickly and safely. If an adult has a fever lower than 104F, and is able
to rest comfortably, it is generally best to allow the fever to do its work of
making white blood cells comfortable and pathogens uncomfortable. When
the fever is rising, the person feels cold, and will want to be covered with
blankets, which is what should be done. When the fever is dropping, the person
feels hot, usually will break into a sweat, and should be uncovered. Children
can safely tolerate a higher fever, up to 106F.
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