Fever can also result from an infection with bacteria. Fever itself will not cause any damage to your child. In fact, fever is one way your child's body fights an infection. The main reason to treat fever in children is for comfort. Fluids Many children will not be hungry when they are ill but they must drink plenty of fluids.
Most children lose a little weight during illness but gain it back when they are well.
But if your child feels uncomfortable, whether or not that discomfort is due to the fever, you can give acetaminophen. If you are not sure of the dose, however, check with a health professional such as your doctor, a nurse or a pharmacist before giving. Do not give more than 6 doses of acetaminophen in a 24 hour period. If you are giving your child a liquid medication, always measure the dose accurately using a medication syringe or the measuring spoon that comes with the product. We do not know for certain if bathing really helps to bring down a child's fever.