(or pyrexia) is an anomalous increase in body temperature above the canonical 36.4-37.2 ° C.Apply cooling compresses to promote heat loss from the body (cold water sponging) In the case of antibiotic therapy, it is advisable to increase the potassium intake at the expense of sodium: antibiotics, in fact, favor the excretion of potassium and sodium retention. Eat little but often: in doing so, digestive function is favored Chew slowly In case of prolonged fasting, take rehydrating and alkalizing formulations (sodium citrate) When nausea prevents you from taking in fluids, sucking on ice is recommended In case of chills, immerse yourself in tubs with hot water: the chills, characteristic of fever, can be relieved with hot baths Do not overheat the rooms If fever occurs in a newborn (<4 months), medical advice is required Monitor feverish changes: Intermittent fever could conceal very serious pathologies Use medications in moderation Cover your mouth with your hand or, better yet, with a tissue when sneezing or coughing Remain at rest
immediately after administration of antibiotics such as tetracyclines: dairy products can inactivate the drug Using antibiotics without a prescription: fever does not always reflect a "bacterial infection." Giving aspirin to children under the age of 12: such an attitude can cause serious side effects, such as Reye's syndrome, liver dysfunction and brain alterations. Playing sports or engaging in heavy physical activities when a fever occurs
liquid or semi-solid (water, tea, baby food, vegetable purees, vegetable purees, soups, etc.). As symptoms improve, it is possible to gradually reintroduce solid foods Prefer foods rich in carbohydrates Eat lots of fruit and vegetables, as they are rich in antioxidants (vitamin C and E) Take a probiotic in case of prolonged antibiotic therapy To learn more read the article: diet for fever industrial: they contain high quantities of sugars. Prefer home-made fruit juices, especially sugar-free Foods rich in sugars (jams): such behavior can aggravate the patient's clinical picture for osmotic reasons Avoid the consumption of foods that are difficult to digest, such as dips, fries and foods rich in fat prepared with targeted phytotherapeutic extracts, they are a particularly effective remedy to speed up the recovery time from fever.
Eg: Nasal decongestants: indicated for the treatment of fever associated with nasal congestion: Antitussives: in case of fever associated with cough: Antibiotic therapy is recommended for fever dependent on bacterial infections. The most used drugs for this purpose are: Always wash your hands thoroughly, especially before meals Don't put your hands in your mouth or nose Another effective remedy to minimize the risk of infections - therefore fever - is to take shelter before going out and avoid drafts. intravenously Generally, fever does not require any specific medical treatment, except for the pathological variants: in such situations, it is always necessary to trace the triggering cause.
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Fever is a symptom that arises in response to innumerable pathologies of extremely variable entity; however, regardless of the triggering cause, fever is an expression of an alteration of the hypothalamic thermoregulatory center. Patients affected by fever manifest symptoms such as chills, general malaise, paleness and goose-skin.
Although fever is often a symptom that can be resolved quickly - typical of flu diseases - we must not forget that some of its variants (eg intermittent fever) can hide even serious pathologies, such as tumors, septic infections, etc.
The published material is intended to allow quick access to advice, suggestions and general remedies that doctors and textbooks usually dispense for the treatment of Fever; such indications must in no way substitute the opinion of the attending physician or other health specialists in the sector who are treating the patient.
Eg:
- Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) → antiseptic, antipyretic, perspiration-stimulating (diaphoretic) properties
- Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) → diaphoretic, anti-inflammatory properties
- Linden, flowers (Tilia cordata) → anti-inflammatory, diaphoretic properties, particularly suitable for the treatment of all acute febrile and cold diseases
- Chamomile flowers (Matricaria recutita L) → diaphoretic and anti-inflammatory properties
- Willow bark (Salix alba) → natural antipyretic par excellence (a sort of "natural aspirin")
- Spirea (meadowsweet spirea) → diuretic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antipyretic and calming properties.
- Mint (Mentha piperita) → decongestant, balsamic, digestive properties. Remedy indicated for fever associated with nasal congestion, flu and cold
- Paracetamol (e.g. tachipirina, efferalgan)
- Ibuprofen (Ex. Brufen, Moment)
- Acetylsalicylic acid (eg Aspirin, VIVIN, Ac Acet, Carin). Do not administer under the age of 12.
- Phenylephrine (eg Isonephrine, Phenyl CL DYN)
- Pseudoephedrine (eg. Actifed, Actigrip)
- Oximetazoline hydrochloride (eg. Vicks sinex)
- Guaifenesin (eg. Vicks Tosse Fluidific), antitussive / expectorant
- Benzonatate (eg. Tessalon)
- Tetracycline (eg Tetrac C), for chlamydial or mycoplasma infections
- Clarithromycin (eg Biaxin), for infections with Haemophilus influenzae
