What should I do if I have a fever and vomit?
Recently, the symptoms of fever accompanied by vomiting have become one of the hot health topics, especially during the change of seasons or virus epidemics. This article will combine the hot discussions on the entire network in the past 10 days to provide you with structured solutions and attach relevant data references.
1. Analysis of common causes
| Cause type | Proportion (discussion data of the entire network) | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| viral gastroenteritis | 42% | Fever 38℃+, repeated vomiting, watery diarrhea |
| influenza | 28% | High fever 39℃+, muscle aches, nausea and vomiting |
| food poisoning | 18% | Sudden vomiting, low fever, abdominal pain |
| Others (heatstroke/allergy, etc.) | 12% | Accompanying features of primary disease |
2. Emergency steps
1.Body temperature monitoring: Measure body temperature every hour. If the temperature is above 38.5℃, it is recommended to take medicine to reduce fever.
2.Measures to prevent dehydration:
| age group | Rehydration regimen | Taboo |
|---|---|---|
| infants | Oral rehydration salts (5ml every 10 minutes) | No sports drinks |
| children/adults | Light salt water or electrolyte water (200ml per hour) | Avoid drinking large amounts of water at one time |
3.diet modification: Fast for 4-6 hours after vomiting, choose BRAT diet (banana, rice, apple puree, toast) during the recovery period
3. Medication Guide
| Symptoms | Recommended medicine | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Fever＞38.5℃ | Acetaminophen/Ibuprofen | The interval is 4-6 hours, no more than 4 times in 24 hours |
| Frequent vomiting | Domperidone (adults) | Take 15-30 minutes before meals |
| Vomiting in children | probiotic preparations | Products that require refrigeration must be stored with care |
4. Medical warning signs
The following situations require immediate medical attention:
• Vomiting that lasts for more than 24 hours
• Presence of bloody vomitus or coffee grounds-like material
• Significant decrease in urine output (children <4 times/day, adults <500ml/day)
• Confusion or convulsions
5. Preventive measures
| prevention direction | Specific methods | effectiveness |
|---|---|---|
| Virus protection | Wash hands frequently and disinfect tableware | Reduce infection rate by 60% |
| Food safety | Heat food thoroughly and avoid cold food | Reduce the risk of poisoning by 75% |
| Immunity boost | Supplement vitamin C/D | Shorten the duration of disease by 30% |
6. Selected Hot Questions and Answers
Q: Can I drink water immediately after vomiting?
A: It is recommended to wait 30 minutes to 1 hour before trying a small amount (5-10ml each time) to avoid irritating the stomach and causing secondary vomiting.
Q: Which method of physical cooling is the safest?
A: Wipe the side of the neck, armpits, and groin with warm water (32-34°C). Alcohol wipe bathing is prohibited (especially for children).
Note: The data in this article is based on the Self-Defense and Health Commission’s guidelines and the top 20 popular popular health platform in tertiary hospitals within 10 days. Please follow your doctor’s advice for specific medication.
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