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Remember a fever is one of the signs that a child is ill. You should consult a doctor if the child appears unusually ill or the fever persists for more than 48 hours. If your child does have a fever, there are several things you can do to control it.

Treatment
A child loses heat through his skin. If your child feels hot, take off most of their clothes. Do not wrap him up because this will raise his temperature. Loose cotton clothing is advisable.
Give plenty of cold drinks. Frequently a child with fever does not feel hungry plenty of fluids will prevent dehydration, may reduce temperature and will make a child feel a lot more comfortable.

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