Question
How should a child’s fever be handled?
Answer
A child’s fever is often caused by an upper respiratory infection, with common symptoms including a runny nose, nasal congestion, chills, and a sore throat. In cases with mild symptoms, such as just a runny nose, nasal congestion, and chills, rest, staying hydrated, and using a warm towel to apply head can help alleviate the symptoms. If the child also experiences symptoms like a sore throat or tonsillitis, it may indicate a more severe infection and immediate medical attention is needed. Generally, fevers resulting from upper respiratory infections will heal naturally within 2-3 days to a week.