Does taking a bath help with fever?
I'm down with a fever and feeling very hot. My wife keeps telling me to take a bath to cool down. Does taking a bath actually help with fever, or is it just a temporary comfort?
7 answers
6 months ago
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Beta, sponge the forehead and neck with normal tap water to cool the body naturally. But if the fever is very high or doesn't go down with paracetamol, go to the hospital immediately.
8 months ago
Yes, a lukewarm bath helps a lot by making you feel comfortable and reducing the heat.
7 months ago
Don't rely on baths to cure a fever. It only gives temporary relief for a few minutes; you must consult a doctor to find the real cause of the fever.
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6 months ago
It helps ease the body ache that comes with fever. Since I have thyroid issues and weak immunity, I always get blood tests done if my fever persists for more than two days.
8 months ago
Yes, but make sure it is lukewarm water, not ice cold. Cold water will make you shiver and actually raise your internal temperature.
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The doctors at Max Hospital always advise a tepid sponge bath instead of a full bath if the patient is very weak. Ask your family doctor what is safest for your condition.
6 months ago
I totally get it, shivering and feeling burning hot at the same time is the worst feeling ever. A gentle lukewarm sponge bath can really soothe your skin and make you feel a bit fresher.