Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Asked 8 months ago

How to control high fever?

My child gets high fever quite often, especially when there's a viral infection going around. It's alarming when the temperature spikes. What are some immediate and safe ways to control a high fever at home?

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Sanjay Dutt Sanjay Dutt Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago
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Please do not ignore a high fever or try to treat it only with home remedies. I once ignored a high fever thinking it was a simple cold, and it turned out to be severe dengue that required hospitalization. Go see a doctor immediately.

Ramesh Chandra Ramesh Chandra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

A high fever is our body's way of fighting off an infection. Keep the patient in a well-ventilated room, apply cool damp strips on the forehead, and make sure they rest. Don't worry, with proper care and medicine, it will come down.

Tanvi Shah Tanvi Shah Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

High fever can be very draining for the body. Focus on keeping yourself hydrated with simple ORS or coconut water, and rest completely. Please don't take any chances and consult a medical professional if it persists.

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

Arjun Vasudevan Arjun Vasudevan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

For a high fever, you must consult a doctor at a proper hospital to get the right dosage of medication. Don't just self-medicate with leftover tablets. Ask your doctor clearly when you should expect the fever to break.

Priyanka Nair Priyanka Nair Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

My doctor told me that for a high fever, lukewarm water sponging is much safer than using cold water, as cold water can cause shivering and actually raise the internal body temperature. Always keep a log of the temperature readings to show your doctor.

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Sameer Khan Sameer Khan Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Hey buddy, don't stress too much, just lie down and take a paracetamol if it's really high. Drink lots of fluids to keep your strength up, and call your doctor if the temperature doesn't come down in a few hours.

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