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Suggest Treatment For High Fever In A Child After Swimming

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Posted on Thu, 4 May 2017
Question: My son is 4 yrs old. He started swimming from last 3 days n today he having fever 101 . Shall i take him for swimming or not? Is fever increase due to swimming?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. (42 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Do not take him to swimming till he recovers from fever.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

I understand your concerns. I would not suggest you to take him to swimming as he can infect other children and also during any illness rest is very important for a speedy recovery.

Since he has started swimming only from 3 days, there is a possibility that he can be getting infected by the germs or certain chemical used in swimming pool and his body has reacted to it. But nothing to worry his immunity will fight over it.

I would advice to to increase his fluid intake, apple juice or mild soup to prevent dehydration and give him a bath in slightly warm water. Crocin syrup for fever can be given 4 times a day maximum or whenever he has fever.

In case symptoms persist or worsens it is best to meet your pediatrician for a detailed examination and treatment.

I hope this answered your query.

With regards,
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Suggest Treatment For High Fever In A Child After Swimming

Brief Answer: Do not take him to swimming till he recovers from fever. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. I understand your concerns. I would not suggest you to take him to swimming as he can infect other children and also during any illness rest is very important for a speedy recovery. Since he has started swimming only from 3 days, there is a possibility that he can be getting infected by the germs or certain chemical used in swimming pool and his body has reacted to it. But nothing to worry his immunity will fight over it. I would advice to to increase his fluid intake, apple juice or mild soup to prevent dehydration and give him a bath in slightly warm water. Crocin syrup for fever can be given 4 times a day maximum or whenever he has fever. In case symptoms persist or worsens it is best to meet your pediatrician for a detailed examination and treatment. I hope this answered your query. With regards,