When to Worry About a Child's Fever - Cleveland Clinic Health …
WEBSep 27, 2022 · In a child over 4 months, fevers of up to 104 F shouldn’t cause alarm. A mild fever that lasts up to five days is OK for most kids. A fever that doesn’t affect your child too much
Fever in Children - Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBYour child is 3 months old or younger and has a fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher. Get medical care right away. Fever in a young baby can be a sign of a dangerous infection.
Fever in children - Mayo Clinic
WEBYour child has a fever if he or she: Has a rectal, ear or forehead (temporal artery) temperature of 100.4 F (38 C) or higher; Has an oral temperature of 100 F (37.8 C) or higher; Call your doctor if: Your child is younger than 3 months and has a fever; Seek medical care if a child of any age shows any of the following:
Fever - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBMay 7, 2022 · A fever is a temporary rise in body temperature. It's one part of an overall response from the body's immune system. A fever is usually caused by an infection. For most children and adults, a fever may be uncomfortable. But it usually isn't a …
Fever in Children: What to Know and When to Worry - NewYork …
WEBAug 10, 2024 · Fever in Children: What to Know and When to Worry. A pediatric infectious diseases expert explains how parents can best treat a fever in young kids and when it’s time to seek care. 7 Min Read. •. Updated August 10, 2024. Children's Health • Story By Julia Morrill.
Fever in Children - Stanford Medicine Children's Health
WEBYour child is 3 months old or younger and has a fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher. Get medical care right away. Fever in a young baby can be a sign of a dangerous infection.
Fever Symptoms & Treatment (for Parents) (for Parents)
WEBFevers in kids are usually caused by an infection. A fever helps the body by stimulating the immune system to fight the infection. Doctors also think the higher temperature makes it harder for the germs to grow. A few other reasons kids can have a fever:
Fever in Healthy Children - Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
WEBFevers are common in children. Most fevers in children are caused by viruses. A much smaller number are due to bacterial infections, such as ear infections, strep throat or pneumonia.
What to Do When Your Child Has a Fever – Children's Health
WEBA temperature of 100.4 ° F or higher is considered a fever for a child. Look for these signs that your child may have a fever: Feels warmer than usual. Sweating. Shivering. Loss of appetite. General body aches. Fussiness or irritability. If you suspect your child has a fever, use a thermometer to take their temperature.
High temperature (fever) in children - NHS
WEBFind out how to check if your child has a high temperature (fever), what you can do to bring their temperature down, and when to get medical help.
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