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Fever
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Cool Compress

for Fever

Applying a cool damp cloth to the forehead, neck and wrists for symptomatic comfort during fever.

How it works

Evaporative cooling and heat conduction from skin surface provides temporary comfort by enhancing heat dissipation.

What to watch for

Use lukewarm not cold water. Cold water causes shivering which raises body temperature. Provides comfort only.

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