Question
How long does a child’s cold and fever usually last?
Answer
Based on your description and the baby’s symptoms, it is more likely to be a common cold with fever. It is recommended for the child to get plenty of rest, avoid excessive activity, eat a light diet, drink plenty of water, and take paracetamol for symptomatic relief. Fever can be managed with physical cooling (temperature reduction) methods and antipyretic medication. Generally, improvement is expected within 3-5 days. However, this depends on the progression of the illness; some may recover earlier, while others may take longer.