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1 day ago · Let’s explore a few things you should know about managing fever in children. Understanding Fever. Fever occurs when one’s body temperature is higher than the normal range. For children, a normal temperature is about 98.6°F (37°C) but can vary slightly. A fever is technically a body temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher. When to Visit ...
2 days ago · A high temperature is one of the main symptoms of fever in children. A normal body temperature is typically around 98.6°F (37°C), but a fever is generally considered to be a temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher. Other symptoms of fever can include chills, sweating, and general discomfort.
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4 days ago · Laboratory testing for tickborne disease includes serology and nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT). The appropriate testing strategy depends on the suspected infection and duration of symptoms. However, when certain tickborne illnesses (eg, anaplasmosis, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever) are suspected based on clinical ...
1 day ago · While Lyme disease is the common tick-borne disease, there are other illnesses caused by the bite of an infected tick. Tick-borne illnesses in the U.S. include: Lyme disease. Babesiosis. Ehrlichiosis. Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Anaplasmosis. Southern tick-associated rash illness. Tick-borne relapsing fever.
2 days ago · One of the most common symptoms of fever in children is a high temperature. This can be measured using a thermometer and is typically considered a fever if it exceeds 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius). In addition to a high temperature, children with fever may also experience chills, sweating, headache, muscle aches, and fatigue.
5 days ago · Environmental allergy symptoms are triggered by exposure to allergens in your surroundings. These include pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds, often resulting in hay fever. Symptoms can include a runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and fatigue. In addition to these, individuals with hay fever often experience postnasal drip, sinus ...
5 days ago · In general, fevers below 101 degrees Fahrenheit in babies over 3 months and children are not an immediate cause for concern, especially if the child is eating and playing normally. However, if the fever persists for more than a day or two with no other symptoms, it’s a good idea to have the pediatrician do an evaluation.
