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- What is q fever?
- Symptoms of q fever
- Causes of q fever
- Prevention of q fever
- Risk factors for q fever
- Complications of q fever
- When to see a doctor about q fever
- Diagnosis of q fever
- Conventional treatment of q fever
- Alternative/complementary treatment of q fever
- Living with q fever
- Caring for someone with q fever
Caring for someone with Q fever
Partner
If you have a partner with Q fever, there are some useful strategies that can assist them:
- Monitor temperature - use a thermometer to monitor your partner's temperature at regular intervals to ensure they do not have a rising fever. Seek medical attention if their body temperature rises above 40°C (104°F)
- Provide fluids - ensure that your partner is drinking adequate amounts of water, diluted fruit juice and herbal teas such as peppermint and chamomile. These types of fluids help to hydrate the body and reduce likelihood of dehydration
- Rest - ensure your partner is resting, to give their body the best chance at recovery. Resting allows the body's energy and resources to be used to fight the infection so that it can heal
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Friends
If you have a friend with Q fever, there are some useful strategies that can assist them:
- Medical attention - seek medical attention for your friend if their temperature rises above 40°C (104°F) as this indicates they have a fever
Family friend
If you have a family friend with Q fever, there are some useful strategies that can assist them:
- Medical attention - seek medical attention for your friend if their temperature rises above 40°C (104°F) as this indicates they have a fever
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< living with q fever Last reviewed: 24 November 2007 || Last updated: 8 February 2009
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Disclaimer: This guide is not intended to be used for diagnostic or prescriptive purposes. For any treatment or diagnosis of illness, please see your doctor.
