2 of 15Another symptom of this disease is a rise in body temperature. Several viral infections have fever as their common background. It is the body’s response to protect itself. Fever is mild and does not exceed 38 degrees Celsius in kids and adults. Although a fever is less common, it is a symptom often observed in individuals with RSV.
A child who has a fever may feel uncomfortable. It can also make them cranky and crying or can make them drowsy and lethargic. In these cases, monitor your child and use a thermometer to check the temperature. A child can have a fever for many reasons – which is why paying attention to other, more telling signs is essential. Prolonged fever during an infection may also lead to dehydration. So, it becomes necessary to keep the body well-hydrated during infection.
