Meena Devi Meena Devi Asked 8 months ago

How to bring down high fever in adults?

My husband has a really high fever, it's been like this for two days now. We're keeping him hydrated, but what else can we do to bring it down quickly for adults? I'm getting quite concerned.

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Rahul Das Rahul Das Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago
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Take prescribed medicine, drink plenty of fluids, and try a lukewarm sponge bath. Rest is very important.

Kiran Malhotra Kiran Malhotra Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Hey yaar, don't stress too much about high fever, it happens to everyone. Just take the fever medicine your doctor told you to, on time. And seriously, drink loads of water, like non-stop! A lukewarm bath also helps cool you down. If it's really not coming down, then just call the doc again, okay? You'll be fine!

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Shruti Mehta Shruti Mehta Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

When I get a high fever, I start panicking about what it could be. Does anyone else feel that rush of anxiety? I usually just take the medicine the doctor suggested, drink so much water, and try a lukewarm shower. I always hope it's not dengue or something worse. Does a specific type of drink help reduce the anxiety along with the fever?

Pooja Singh Pooja Singh Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

High fever is the worst because it totally ruins your appetite for all the good food! But you still gotta force down liquids. Think light soups, clear broths, and lots of water. And of course, the actual fever medicine. Maybe a little ice cream if the throat is sore, but don't tell the doctor I said that! 😉

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Amit Sharma Amit Sharma Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Bhai/Behen, high fever means serious business. First, go to a doctor, get proper medicine like paracetamol or whatever they prescribe, and take it on time. No 'chalta hai' with fever. Second, drink water non-stop, ORS bhi le lo. Lukewarm sponge bath helps. Light clothes, rest. Simple, effective. Don't be a hero, take care.

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