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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

Water is scientifically validated as a supportive measure in the treatment of chills, particularly when chills are associated with fever or dehydration. Chills often accompany fever, which can result from infections or other illnesses. During fevers, the body can lose fluids rapidly through sweating, leading to dehydration. Drinking water helps maintain adequate hydration, which is critical for proper physiological function and for supporting the body's natural mechanisms to regulate temperature. Clinical guidelines frequently recommend increased fluid intake for patients experiencing fever and chills. This is because adequate hydration supports circulatory function, helps in the dissipation of heat, and prevents complications associated with dehydration.

Additionally, water can be used externally in tepid (lukewarm) sponging, a traditional but also evidence-based practice for reducing high fevers and managing chills in certain contexts. Tepid sponging with water can provide symptomatic relief by promoting heat loss through evaporation and conduction, though its use is generally reserved for cases where fever does not respond to medication or is dangerously high.

While water itself does not directly treat the underlying cause of chills (such as infection), its use as a supportive therapy is well recognized in both medical and layman settings. There is moderate to strong evidence supporting the recommendation to keep patients hydrated when they are experiencing chills as part of an illness.

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