Rigors; Shivering
Fever (which can accompany chills) is the body's natural response to a variety of conditions, such as infection. If the fever is mild (102 degrees Fahrenheit or less) with no side effects, no professional treatment is required. Drink lots of fluids and get plenty of rest.
Evaporation cools the skin and thereby reduces body temperature. Sponging with comfortably warm water (about 70 degrees Fahrenheit) may help in reducing a fever. Cold water, however,...
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Cystitis - recurrent; Urinary tract infection - recurrent; UTI - recurrent Treatment Patients are encouraged to drink large amounts of... Read more »
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UTI - children; Cystitis - children; Bladder infection - children; Kidney infection - children; Pyelonephritis - childrenSymptomsYoung children with... Read more »
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Emesis; Vomiting; Stomach upset; Upset stomach Home Care It is important to stay hydrated. Try frequent, small amounts of clear liquids,... Read more »
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Throat - sore; Pain - throat Home Care Most sore throats are soon over. In the meantime, the following remedies may help: Drink... Read more »
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What Is It? A sore throat, also called a throat infection or pharyngitis, is a painful inflammation of the pharynx - the back portion of the throat... Read more »