Patient's question:
My child has had a cold for the past two days and has been running a fever for two or three days. I heard that taking a bath can help the body lower the temperature, so I want to know if my child can take a bath while having a cold and a fever.Doctor's answer:
Just be careful not to let him catch a cold while taking a bath. If you're not sure, just use a damp, warm towel to wipe him down. Taking too many baths isn't good either; everything has two sides. Here's a homemade remedy for a cold: apply fragrant oil to the child's spine and rub it continuously until it gets warm. The child's skin is delicate, so don't rub too hard—just use a comfortable pressure. Still, cover him with something to avoid getting cold again. You can do this multiple times a day as long as his skin can handle it. Also, it's important to make sure the child drinks plenty of water and eats nutritious foods daily.