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Stop Treating That Fever!

7/10/2019

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Fevers are the body's defense weapon. They are not to be feared. Giving a Tylenol to bring down a fever is hurting the body's immune system and can cause damage to the body.
 
First and foremost, LET THE FEVER RUN ITS COURSE. It has a job to do! Bringing down a fever can prolong an illness or infection.
 
I've heart the phrase, "watch the child NOT the temperature."  My thought is to watch both.  I've had a nephew go to the doctor with a low temperature but acting very ill.  By the time he sat on the table for the nurse to check him out his temperature was at 106.7.  Yes, that is correct.  She thought her thermometer was broken and got another one.  You can imagine the urgency to lower his temperature. He was fine, without any known brain damage.  So, always watch both; the child and the temperature.  I'm not saying to be in fear of rising temps, but to check if you notice a change in the child, or at least once every hour or so.

Only interfere with a fever if it's causing changes in mental status, inconsolable distress, or severe malaise.  If the child is playing with toys, or watching movies, there is no treatment needed.  Let the fever be.  However, if the child is miserable, crying, and cannot be calmed down then by all means give them some support.  
 
Febrile seizures DO NOT occur because of the high temperature, but from the rapid rise in temperature which comes with certain illnesses. A 103/104 degree temperature is considered normal with certain viruses (Hand-foot-mouth disease, influenza, etc.) Febrile seizures are usually not serious or permanent in children between the ages of 6 months and 3 years.
 
Need to bring down a fever?  Try any of the following:

  • 2 drops peppermint oil, 4 drops carrier oil (coconut oil, grapeseed oil, etc.) Rub on bottom of feet, back of neck, and temples.
  •  3-5 drops lemon oil, 1 Tbs coconut oil.  Rub on entire length of spine, bottom of feet, neck, temples
  • Warm bath - Use tepid water (warm enough to enjoy, but cool enough to keep temperature down).  Add a cup of apple cider vinegar (optional), or a few drops of lavender oil 
  • Cool washcloth to forehead, back of neck
  • Rub down body with coconut oil
  • Bone broth
  • Homeopathy - Belladonna
  • Make sure the child is getting plenty to drink. Room temperature or cool water, herbal tea (no caffeine) with lemon and raw honey, or ginger ale are good choices.  Popsicles are a great idea if a child isn't getting enough to drink.    
 
When to call the doctor:

  • A child that is 3 months old or younger should have fevers checked out by a doctor. A chest x-ray and a urine screen are usually the most useful tests.
  •  If there is no clear source for the child's fever (no cough, runny nose, teething or known pain) and the fever has lasted for 2-3 days.
  •  A fever within a week after surgery.
  •  A fever with no viral symptoms (stuffy nose, sore throat, etc.) but there is abdominal pain, vomiting, or chest pain. Go to the hospital.
  • If the fever is accompanied with a wound showing signs of infection or red line going up an extremity.
  •  If a fever lasts for more than 7 days.
 
**There is no need to disturb a sick child to take them to the doctor unless something is abnormal. Sick children need to rest. Let them sleep in your bed, or couch. Put on their favorite movie, and keep them loved and comfortable. The doctor doesn't need to see them every time they are sick.

​Elaine Evenhouse

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Jerry Voss link
9/21/2021 08:22:10 pm

Lovely blog you have hhere

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    Elaine Evenhouse is an occupational therapy assistant and natural health advocate. 
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    Matthew Evenhouse, MD is a board-certified Emergency Physician, published author, international consultant and educator.

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