7 ways to knock down heat without medication
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Winter time is the period of the greatest number of colds and flu. To hurt, drink pills, rinse your throat and lie helplessly in bed, no one likes it, but if you or your loved ones are trapped in a cold and the temperature rises, do not panic and do not rush to swallow antipyretic tablets or stuff them sick. Medicines, as you know, can have side effects effects.
The rise in temperature is nothing more than the activation of the body's defenses in response to bacteria and viruses. If the temperature is no longer strong, then there are several ways to reduce it without the use of tablets and potions.
Cool
Contrary to popular belief that a person with a high temperature should be wrapped in three blankets, so it can be vice versa - only to hurt. Moreover, it is not safe to lay warmers on it and turn on heating devices. Such overheating can cause heat stroke. Unnecessary heat should go away, and the temperature in the room should be equal to 20-21 degrees.
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The increased temperature squeezes out of the body all the juices in a literal sense, because the patient needs to provide a plentiful drink to maintain the water balance at a normal level. But do not overdo it with the amount of sugar.
Wiping
Wipe the patient with a damp towel. During evaporation, water will increase the heat output. The main thing to remember is that the water temperature a must be equal to the body temperature of the sick person. Too cold water will cause chills, followed by another increase in temperature. Vinegar or alcohol is not worth using - their mechanism of action is the same as that of cold water. Repeat the wiping every 30 minutes.
Enema
Another effective way to get rid of a strong heat is to put an enema. In order to make an enema, prepare a solution of cold boiled water and salt: 2 teaspoons of salt dissolve in water. You can also add 10-15 drops of beet juice. It will be enough for the child to inject 50 ml of liquid.
Compresses
Compresses are a good way to lower the temperature at home. To do this, prepare a decoction of mint and dampen towels in it. Ready-made compresses should be put on the patient's forehead, wrists, whiskey and inguinal folds. Change the towels every 10 minutes.
Saline solution
With the help of a saline solution, it is possible to expel the elevated temperature. This solution is also called hypertonic. For 200 ml of warm boiled water, put one or two teaspoons of salt. Children aged between six months and 1.5 years can be given 70 to 100 ml of this solution. The hypertonic solution is used as a prophylaxis of water absorption through the walls of the intestine, and also helps to withdraw it from the feces.
Broth of raspberry
The best sweating action is a decoction of raspberries. Remember, the closer the temperature of the drink to body temperature, the better and faster it will work. By the way, a good anti-inflammatory and antipyretic effect has berry juice from cranberries.