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

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   Apr 30, 2024 · 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. If your ...

2. www.health.harvard.edu › blog › worry-childs-feverWhen to worry about your child's fever - Harvard Health

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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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   Are fevers bad for children?

   • 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. They can cause brain damage. FACT. Fevers with infections don't cause brain damage.

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   Can a child get a fever a day?

   • Most of the time, it isn’t serious. Fevers are very common. They are part of how the body fights infection. The average child will get several viral infections a year — which means several fevers. The vast majority of fevers are nothing to worry about, and pass in a day or two. Sometimes, though, parents should worry.

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   Should parents worry about a fever?

   • The average child will get several viral infections a year — which means several fevers. The vast majority of fevers are nothing to worry about, and pass in a day or two. Sometimes, though, parents should worry. Here are some circumstances when you should be worried about a fever and seek medical attention immediately:

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

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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.

5. www.seattlechildrens.org › conditions › a-zFever - Myths Versus Facts - Seattle Children's

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   Dec 30, 2022 · 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. They can cause brain damage. FACT. Fevers with infections don't cause brain damage.

6. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › feverFever - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

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   May 7, 2022 · For most children and adults, a fever may be uncomfortable. But it usually isn't a cause for concern. For infants, however, even a low fever may mean there's a serious infection. Fevers generally go away within a few days. A number of over-the-counter medications lower a fever.

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

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   All kids get a fever from time to time. Usually, a fever isn’t dangerous or bad for kids. It can even be a good thing because it can help the immune system fight infection. Still, parents might be unsure about how to handle a fever at home and when to call the doctor. Here are some tips.

8. www.sutterhealth.org › health › childrens-healthWhen to Worry About a Child's Fever | Sutter Health

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   When to Worry About a Child's Fever. Here’s how to tell when fevers are a bad sign. Nearly every parent has felt their child’s hot, feverish forehead and gotten worried. Is it serious? How high is too high? Should my child go to the doctor? Many doctors see concerned parents bring in their feverish children for treatment.