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. Many netizens consulted relevant coping methods on social platforms and medical forums. This article will combine the hot discussions and medical advice from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with structured solutions.
1. Analysis of common causes
| Reason type | Proportion | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| Stomach flu | 42% | Low-grade fever + repeated vomiting |
| food poisoning | 28% | Sudden high fever + projectile vomiting |
| viral infection | 18% | Persistent fever + diarrhea and vomiting |
| other reasons | 12% | accompanied by pain in a specific area |
2. Emergency steps
1.stop eating: Avoid eating within 2 hours after vomiting to prevent stomach irritation
2.Supplement electrolytes: Drink a small amount of oral rehydration solution every 15 minutes (recommended ratio is shown in the table below)
| Ingredients | dose | water temperature |
|---|---|---|
| salt | 3.5g/L | Below 40℃ |
| white sugar | 20g/L | Same |
| drinking water | 1L |
3.physical cooling: When the body temperature exceeds 38.5℃, take a warm water bath (avoid the chest and abdomen)
4.Correct posture: Stay on your side when vomiting to prevent suffocation
3. Medication Guide
| Symptom level | Recommended medicine | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Mild (body temperature <38.5℃) | Montmorillonite powder + probiotics | Take 2 hours apart |
| Moderate (38.5-39.5℃) | Ibuprofen + antiemetic suppository | Aspirin is prohibited |
| Severe (body temperature＞39.5℃) | seek medical attention immediately | Keep vomit samples |
4. Diet adjustment plan
The recovery period should be followedBRAT diet principles:
•Banana (banana): supplements potassium
•Rice (rice porridge): easy to digest staple food
•AApplesauce (apple puree): soluble dietary fiber
•TOast (toast): absorbs stomach acid
5. When Do You Need Medical Treatment?
| red flag | Possible symptoms | Urgency |
|---|---|---|
| Vomit with blood | gastrointestinal bleeding | ★★★★★ |
| Confusion | Meningitis possible | ★★★★★ |
| No urine for more than 6 hours | severe dehydration | ★★★★ |
| Rash with high fever | allergic reaction | ★★★ |
6. Preventive measures
1.Seasonal protection: In the recent flu season, it is recommended to get vaccinated
2.Food hygiene: Summer food should be kept for no more than 2 hours (at room temperature)
3.home medicine box: Always have electronic thermometer and oral rehydration solution
4.quarantine measures: Patients’ tableware needs to be disinfected separately (boiling for more than 15 minutes)
According to recent medical big data, the average recovery time for mild patients who are treated correctly is 1.8 days, while 23% of cases without timely intervention will develop dehydration symptoms. If symptoms persist for more than 24 hours or the above danger signs appear, please go to the fever clinic immediately.
The content of this article combines the latest diagnosis and treatment guidelines from the National Health Commission, interviews with experts from tertiary hospitals and patient recovery cases, hoping to provide practical reference for families encountering similar situations. During special periods, it is recommended to conduct preliminary consultations through Internet hospitals to reduce the risk of cross-infection.
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