Using fever reducers or drinking too much fluid while battling the flu may upset the body's delicate balancing act. Sam Edwards/OJO Images via Getty Images As flu season progresses, so does the chorus ...

Doctronic reports on top OTC and prescription flu medicines, emphasizing symptom relief and the importance of early antiviral ...

Fever is the body’s natural response to infection, acting as a defense mechanism to help fight off viruses and bacteria. While it’s often a sign that your immune system is working hard, the discomfort ...

Fever is a physiological response that signals your immune system is on the move, fighting off infections like the common ...

Upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) are among the most common illnesses affecting children, often leading to fever, discomfort, and missed school days. While probiotics have been studied for ...

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Ayesha Bryant, MD, MPH, is an associate professor of medicine and associate director of clinical research at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She is also the medical reviewer at Alpas Wellness ...

A fever in children is not dangerous for sleep unless accompanied by serious symptoms. Keep drinking fluids to help your child stay hydrated while they have a fever. Fever-reducing medications can ...

Acetaminophen is a generic over-the-counter drug used to ease pain and reduce fever. The drug comes as oral tablets and oral capsules. It may be taken up to six times per day. Acetaminophen oral ...

The human body’s internal thermostat operates with remarkable precision, maintaining core temperature within a narrow range that supports optimal function. When that temperature rises above normal ...

A randomised, double-blind, non-inferiority clinical trial of 88 children aged 3-15 years with uncomplicated GAS pharyngitis. Participants were randomised to 6 days' amoxicillin (weight-based dosing) ...