Frequent changes in air temperature threaten children the most. Especially primary school students are among the group most affected by the changing temperatures.
Experts say that colds are very common among students attending primary and kindergarten classes and if neglected, they can lead to more serious illnesses. Pointing out that children getting sick easily may indicate nutritional deficiencies, experts emphasize that children should be fed with plenty of fluids and foods containing vitamin C, especially during these seasons. Experts say that in this period when the air temperatures are constantly changing, it is important not to see the weather as sunny and not to dress children thinly, pointing out that we are in the period when children get sick the most because of seasonal changes.
Pointing out that fever starts when the body temperature rises above 38 degrees in children, experts say that fever can be understood from armpit measurements made with a thermometer. Experts say that when the body temperature is between 38 degrees and 38.9 degrees, if the child looks good and there are no signs of discomfort, there is nothing to worry about. In case of fever, experts recommend that families try to lower the fever with their own means before consulting a doctor, “When your child has a fever, he/she should be undressed first. The ambient temperature should not be above 22-24 degrees, plenty of fluids should be given. If a warm shower can be taken, this will also be useful. If the child is older than 12, some antipyretic drugs can be used.
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