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1. • • You should seek emergency or immediate medical attention for a fever if you: Have a high temperature that has not gone down after taking Tylenol or Advil Have a temperature that lasts several days or keeps coming back Live in an area where people have high rates of COVID-19
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     Fevers in adults, children, and toddlers: when to worry

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   When should a child get a fever?

   • According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, if your child is younger than 3 months of age and has a temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher, you should call your child's healthcare provider immediately. If you are unsure, always check with your child's healthcare provider for a diagnosis. When should a fever be treated?

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   When should I see a pediatrician if my child has a fever?

   • You should see your pediatrician or head to a pediatric emergency department in these situations. A child younger than three months who develops a fever requires medical attention. Newborns are so small, and their immune systems are not developed enough to fight off infection.

   Fevers in adults, children, and toddlers: when to worry

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   Is a fever a sign that your child is fighting off germs?

   • It can be worrying to see your kid spike even a mild fever. We get it. But the truth is that a fever is actually a sign that your child is fighting off germs. It’s doing what it’s supposed to. And that’s a good thing.

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3. health.clevelandclinic.org › your-childs-fevers-5When Your Child Has a Fever: 5 Myths Debunked

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   Apr 30, 2024 · “So go ahead and treat a fever, just to make your child more comfortable.” One exception: If your normally healthy child is sleeping soundly with a fever, don’t wake them to treat it. When ...

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   Dec 30, 2022 · Under the arm (Armpit) temperature: 99° F (37.2° C) or higher. MYTH. All fevers are bad for children. FACT. Fevers turn on the body's immune system. They help the body fight infection. Normal fevers between 100° and 104° F (37.8° - 40° C) are good for sick children. MYTH. Fevers above 104° F (40° C) are dangerous.

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   May 22, 2023 · When to worry about fever. If you have a fever over 104°F (40°C), you should call your doctor. Seek medical help right away if you have a fever along with any of these symptoms: seizure; loss of consciousness; confusion; stiff neck; trouble breathing; severe pain anywhere in the body; swelling or inflammation of any part of the body

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   Dec 18, 2022 · 5. What is considered a high fever in adults? A high-grade fever in adults is 103 degrees F. or higher. 6. What is considered a high fever in children? For infants ages zero to three months, a temperature above 100.4 degrees F. is considered a 'fever of concern' and warrants medical attention.

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   Unless advised otherwise by your child’s healthcare provider, call the provider right away if: 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.

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   Jun 1, 2020 · Your child has a fever greater than 102° F (or 39° C). It’s probably nothing serious, but it’s worth checking in with a doctor or nurse to go through things and see if a visit to the office or emergency room makes sense.

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   Apr 30, 2024 · Seizures can be a very scary side effect of fevers in some children. Febrile seizures occur in 2% to 4% of all children under age 5. Not all seizures cause jerking movements in the body. Dr. Lim ...