Typhoid fever is also known as enteric fever. It is a serious ailment and requires a good deal of attention. The fever is normally accompanied by diarrhea, constipation and cough. In order to reduce the temperature the first step you need to take is complete bed rest. Maintain a liquid diet of orange, milk and barley juice. All three liquids help provide immune resistance and provide energy to the body. The next step that you should try is using a cold compress to bring the temperature down. You can also wrap the body in a sheet that has been dipped in cold water. Cover the sheet with a warm material and leave it like that for an hour. Repeat the procedure every three hours until the temperature subsides.
During the period of high fever avoid eating anything and stick mainly to consuming juices. Once the fever passes you can start to eat a diet that contains vegetables, fruits and whole wheat bread. as to what medicines to take that answer is best answered by your doctor as the prescription of medication requires medical experience If your fever refuses to subside in spite of trying out these remedies, make sure to consult your doctor as typhoid and jaundice are serious ailments.
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