Tips for reducing a fever

If you or a family member has a temperature that’s higher than it should be, you should:
  • Place wet socks on the ankles. This is an excellent solution for children. Simply dampen them a little and place them over the ankle area. When the socks feel dry, repeat the procedure. Make sure they aren’t dripping wet, and wring them out well. This method brings relief and calms sick children down.
  • Wash with lukewarm water. Have a shower for a couple of minutes, reducing the temperature slowly so the change isn’t a shock to the body.
  • Drink a lot of water. A fever is similar to dehydration. The body is fighting foreign organisms. So drinking water, herbal tea or juice is a great idea, especially if the fever is accompanied by vomiting and diarrhea. The quantity depends on the age of the patient (3 liters for adult males, 2.2 liters for females and 1.5 liters for children).
  • Cool down the head and neck. Use a cold or wet cloth. Repeat as many times as needed – when the cloth dries or no longer feels cool.
  • Don’t eat too much food. It’s better to consume liquids, such as vegetable soup or herbal tea. That way, the body gets better more quickly and can heal more easily. If you are hungry, don’t eat until you’re full – eat little and often.

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