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1. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › fever-in-toddlersFever in toddlers: When to seek help and treatment

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   Jun 21, 2021 · According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, a child’s normal body temperature should be between 97ºF (36ºC) and 100.4ºF (38ºC). Children and babies can have higher temperatures...

2. health.clevelandclinic.org › kids-fevers-when-toWhen to Worry About a Child's Fever - Cleveland Clinic Health ...

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   Apr 30, 2024 · A “normal” body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, or 37 degrees Celsius, but that doesn’t mean you have to hit the panic button if your child’s temperature inches above that. Everyone’s temperature will vary a little throughout the day. It can also differ by age, activity level and other factors.

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   What temperature should a toddler have a fever?

   • A fever lower than 101ºF (38ºC) does not require treatment unless the toddler is uncomfortable. Fever occurs due to the body reacting to contracting a viral or bacterial infection. Bacteria and viruses can thrive at the body’s normal temperature — by increasing its internal temperature, the body can help kill the infection.

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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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   Why does my child's temperature increase when he has a fever?

   • When your child has a fever, the body works the same way to control the temperature, but it has temporarily reset its thermostat at a higher temperature. The temperature increases for a number of reasons: Chemicals, called cytokines and mediators, are made in the body in response to an invasion from a microorganism, malignancy, or other intruder.

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4. kidshealth.org › en › parentsFever (High Temperature) In Kids (for Parents) | Nemours ...

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   In general, a fever means the body’s temperature is 100.4°F (38°C) or higher. Different ways of measuring a temperature — rectal, armpit, ear, forehead, mouth — get a slightly different number, so the number that means a child has a fever is a little different too. What Causes Fever (High Temperature)?

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

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   Feb 26, 2022 · Children; Age Temperature What to do; 2-17 years: Up to 102 F (38.9 C) taken rectally for children ages 2-3, or taken orally for children older than 3: Encourage your child to rest and drink plenty of fluids. Medication isn't needed. Call the doctor if your child seems unusually irritable or lethargic or complains of significant discomfort. 2 ...

6. www.mayoclinic.org › symptom-checker › fever-inFever in children - Mayo Clinic

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   Your 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:

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

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   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.

8. mcpress.mayoclinic.org › parenting › taking-aTaking a temperature when your baby, toddler or child has a fever

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   Nov 10, 2023 · If your child feels warm or seems sick, taking his or her temperature can help you tell if he or she has a fever. In very young infants — under 2 months — a fever is cause to see your child’s health care provider right away. This is because your new baby’s immune system is still developing.