Teething is a time-consuming and emotional process. Few mothers can be glad that their children hardly suffered at the same time. Drooling, pain in irritated gums, insomnia - in addition to all this, babies can also suffer from high fever.
Instructions
Step 1
An increase in temperature during teething in children is a frequent phenomenon. If the temperature is subfebrile - about 37 ° C, you can try to do with home remedies. Do not wrap your baby up, do not let him overheat, remove the disposable diaper. If the room is warm enough, wear it lightly. If you have a baby - do not deny him breast, if the baby is already drinking water - give him plenty of water. You can wipe it off with lukewarm water, especially paying attention to the folds under the armpits and groin. In no case wipe the child with vodka, alcohol or vinegar, even diluted ones - the permeability of the skin in children is very high, at best the baby will get skin irritation, at worst - poisoning.
Step 2
If the temperature still rises and reaches alarming values above 38 ° C, you cannot do without medication. Give your child an antipyretic - paracetamol or ibuprofen (Panadol, Nurofen, Efferalgan) if your pediatrician approves. This must be a child's form of medicine - syrup or suppositories. Candles are more suitable for the smallest and those children who may have an allergic reaction to the flavors and flavorings that make up the syrup.
Step 3
If, after taking an antipyretic, the temperature does not decrease, if it lasts longer than 3 days, this is a reason to see a doctor. Teething temperature is important not to be confused with a more serious illness. Call a pediatrician if the temperature is accompanied by a runny nose, cough, vomiting or diarrhea, if it rises above 39 ° C or persists if the child cries a lot for a long time.
Step 4
Lubricate the irritated gums with a special crying and worrying, the longer the temperature will hold. And, of course, take it easy yourself. Teething is a difficult time, but it will pass.
