When should u go to the hospital for a fever?
My son, who is 5 years old, has had a fever of 102°F for almost a day now, along with some body aches. We are giving him paracetamol. At what point should we take him to the hospital for a fever?
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6 months ago
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Beta, don't panic for every fever. If it's very high (like above 103°F) and not coming down with paracetamol, or if you feel very weak, have difficulty breathing, or have a rash, then definitely go. Else, rest and sip warm water.
4 months ago
If the fever is very high, like over 103-104°F, or if you have other severe symptoms like chest pain, trouble breathing, or confusion, it's best to go to the hospital. Otherwise, rest and monitor.
8 months ago
My doctor at Max Hospital always says if a fever persists for more than 2-3 days, or if it crosses 103 F, or if you feel very unwell, like extreme weakness or breathlessness, don't delay. Go get it checked properly, don't just rely on home remedies.
7 months ago
Ghar pe neem-paani piyo, adrak wali chai piyo. Thande paani ki patti rakho matha pe. Par agar bukhar bahut tez ho jaye, aur saath mein ulti ya saans lene mein takleef ho, toh phir doctor ke paas jaana hi padega. Jyaada mat socho, sehat pehle hai.
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5 months ago
Haan, fever ko lightly na lo. Agar 103°F se upar hai continuously, ya fir bahut zyada weakness, badan mein dard, ya saans lene mein problem ho rahi hai, toh seedha hospital jaana. Wait mat karo. Doctor ko dikhana zaroori hai.
4 months ago
I’ve had my share of fevers. My rule is: if it's above 102°F and doesn't respond to paracetamol in a few hours, or if I develop any new alarming symptom like a severe headache, stiff neck, or difficulty breathing, I head to the ER. Better safe than sorry, always.