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1. www.webmd.com › children › treat-fever-young-childrenFever Treatment in Children: What to Do When Your Kid Has a Fever

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   May 20, 2023 · Try these tips from WebMD to help your feverish child. Never give your child aspirin. It can cause a serious condition called Reye’s syndrome. Avoid combination cold and flu remedies in young...

2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › feverFever treatment: Quick guide to treating a fever - Mayo Clinic

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   Feb 26, 2022 · Give your child acetaminophen (Tylenol, others). If your child is age 6 months or older, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others) is OK, too. Read the label carefully for proper dosage. Don't give aspirin to an infant or toddler. Call the doctor if the fever doesn't respond to the medication or lasts longer than one day.

3. www.aafp.org › pubs › afpManagement of Fever in Infants and Young Children | AAFP

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   Jun 15, 2020 · Recommendations for the evaluation and treatment of fever in children generally use three different age groups: neonates from birth to 28 or 30 days of age, 16, 17 young infants one to three...

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4. www.hopkinsmedicine.org › fever-in-childrenFever in Children | Johns Hopkins Medicine

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   • What Is A Fever?
   • What Conditions Can Cause A Fever?
   • What Are The Benefits of A Fever?
   • What Are The Symptoms That My Child May Have A Fever?
   • When Should A Fever Be Treated?
   • What Can I Do to Decrease My Child's Fever?
   • When Should I Call My Child's Healthcare Provider?

   A fever is defined by most healthcare provider as a temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) and higher when taken rectally. The body has several ways to maintain normal body temperature. The organs involved in helping with temperature regulation include the brain, skin, muscle, and blood vessels. The body responds to changes in temperature by: 1. Increasing ...

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   The following conditions can cause a fever: 1. Infectious diseases 2. Certain medicines 3. Heat stroke 4. Blood transfusion 5. Disorders in the brain 6. Some kinds of cancer 7. Some autoimmune diseases

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   Fever is not an illness. It is a symptom, or sign that your body is fighting an illness or infection. Fever stimulates the body's defenses, sending white blood cells and other "fighter" cells to fight and destroy the cause of the infection.

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   Children with fevers may become more uncomfortable as the temperature rises. In addition to a body temperature greater than 100.4°F (38°C), symptoms may include: 1. Your child may not be as active or talkative as usual. 2. He or she may seem fussier, less hungry, and thirstier. 3. Your child may feel warm or hot. Remember that even if your child fe...

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   In children, a fever that is making them uncomfortable should be treated. Treating your child's fever will not help the body get rid of the infection any faster; it simply will relieve discomfort associated with fever. Children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years can develop seizures from fever (called febrile seizures). If your child does hav...

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   Give your child an antifever medicine, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. DO NOT give your child aspirin, as it has been linked to a serious, potentially fatal disease, called Reye syndrome. Other ways to reduce a fever: 1. Dress your child lightly. Excess clothing will trap body heat and cause the temperature to rise. 2. Encourage your child to d...

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   Unless advised otherwise by your child’s healthcare provider, call the provider right away if: 1. Your 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. 2. Your child is of any age and has repeated fevers above 104°F (40°C). 3. You...

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5. www.uptodate.com › contents › fever-in-childrenPatient education: Fever in children (Beyond the Basics)

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   Feb 29, 2024 · Medications — The most effective way to treat fever is to use a medication such as acetaminophen (sample brand name: Tylenol) or ibuprofen (sample brand names: Advil, Motrin). These treatments can reduce the child's discomfort and lower the child's temperature by 2 to 3°F (1 to 1.5°C).

6. www.stanfordchildrens.org › en › topicNot All Fevers Need Treatment - Stanford Medicine Children's ...

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   Water, diluted fruit juice, and electrolyte solutions are good choices. Discourage overexertion. But it’s OK for your child to get out of bed and play calmly. You may also want to consider using acetaminophen or ibuprofen to reduce a fever above 102°F (38.9°C).

7. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › feverFever - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic

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   May 7, 2022 · Treatment. For a low-grade fever, your care provider may not recommend taking medications to lower your body temperature. These minor fevers may be helpful in reducing the number of microbes causing your illness. Fevers above 102 F (38.9 C) tend to cause discomfort and often require treatment. Over-the-counter medications.