Sudden High Fever: What to Do Before the Doctor Arrives

Fever is not an illness, but a sign that our immune system is working. However, when the thermometer exceeds 38.5°C and common antipyretics seem ineffective, anxiety grows.

What to do immediately:

Hydration: Drinking water, herbal teas, or rehydration solutions is essential to prevent dehydration.

Avoid self-medicating with antibiotics: Antibiotics treat bacteria, not flu viruses. Using them inappropriately is harmful.

When to request a Medi-Click visit in Rome: If the fever is accompanied by a severe headache, neck stiffness, skin rash, and is associated with other abdominal symptoms, or if it persists for more than 48 hours without improvement.

The Medi-Click Rome doctor, during the home visit, will perform pulmonary auscultation and evaluate vital signs to rule out complications such as pneumonia or bacterial infections, prescribing targeted therapy."

Do you need a home doctor? Don't wait for symptoms to worsen. Register on the Medi-Click portal to request assistance for yourself or a relative in Rome.