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Taking bath during dengue

2022-11-08 08:22:30
I've tested positive for Dengue and platelet count is 115000. I've very high fever from last night (102-103 degrees F). Can I take a cold shower to reduce the body temperature? I've already consulted a general physician and on medication for the same.
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I have understood ur problem .can help u with next course of treatment and appropriate solution so that u can live ur life freely..kindly consult for medicines and further advice regarding life style changes too.

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No,cold shower Do tepid sponging Take paracetamol in 4times a day

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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

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Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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Yes you can take bath with normal water

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Can take bath to bring down fever.However cold water is neither asvised nor necessary

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Don't take Prefer Tepid sponging

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You may take a sponge bath. Cold bath might trigger an unnecessary cold you know.... Not always but I'd recommend sponging 2 3 times a day and take antipyretics whenever fever kicks in
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be careful when fever subsides for 2 3 days that's the critical time in dengue

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