What should I do if a cold and fever persist?

Written by Li Jian Wu

Pulmonology

Updated on April 06, 2025

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It is necessary to take corresponding interventions based on the degree of fever to prevent complications such as high fever convulsions and coma.

Firstly, drink more water and rest more. You can wipe your palms, feet, neck, and inner thighs—areas where major blood vessels pass—with warm water or alcohol, which can help restore body temperature.

You can also use a cool towel or ice packs to compress the forehead, which can protect brain cells and be effective. Along with taking antipyretic and analgesic drugs for symptomatic treatment, re-measure the temperature after two hours.

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