Does taking a cold shower help with fever?
I'm running a high fever and feeling incredibly hot right now. I'm thinking of taking a cold shower to bring my temperature down fast. Is taking a cold shower a good idea to help with fever?
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8 months ago
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I remember feeling so desperate to bring down my high fever that I thought of jumping into a freezing cold shower. It is a very scary feeling, but please don't do it as it can shock your body.
8 months ago
A cold shower is not recommended; always go for lukewarm water instead. Because of my thyroid condition, my temperature regulation is already sensitive, so I always consult my doctor if a fever stays.
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5 months ago
I totally get it, you just want to cool down fast when your body is burning up. But a cold shower actually makes you shiver, which raises your core temperature even more.
8 months ago
Do not follow internet myths about cold showers curing fever, it is dangerous. Consult a proper medical professional and take prescribed fever reducers instead.
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Avoid cold showers completely as they strain the body. Sip on warm vegetable broth and get plenty of rest to help your body fight the infection naturally.