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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 · 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 ...

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

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   Fever in a young baby can be a sign of a dangerous infection. Your child is of any age and has repeated fevers above 104°F (40°C). Your child is younger than 2 years of age and a fever of 100.4°F (38°C) continues for more than 1 day. Your child is 2 years old or older and a fever of 100.4°F (38°C) continues for more than 3 days.

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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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   What is a fever in a child?

   • Fever is a common symptom in kids and can occur when a child’s body is responding to an infection, or as a result of an inflammatory process. A fever occurs when the body’s internal temperature rises above its normal level. Pediatricians usually consider a fever to be a temperature of 100.4°F or above (when taken rectally).

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   How long does a fever last in a child?

   • Fever lasts over 24 hours in children under 2 years old. Fever lasts over 72 hours in kids older than 2 years. Your child gets sicker despite their fever breaking. A fever doesn’t decrease (expect 1-2 degrees) after using fever-reducing medicine. When should I take my child to urgent care for a fever?

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

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   Jun 1, 2020 · 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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5. www.healthline.com › health › childrens-healthWhen Is a Fever Too High for a Child, Toddler, or Newborn?

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   The fever is below 102.5°F in children ages 3 months to 3 years or below 103°F in older kids. (Of course, this is provided there are no other warning signs.) Temperatures in this range are ...

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

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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.

8. health.choc.org › guide › feversFever Chart Guide - When to Go to the ER | CHOC - When to ...

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   If they are consolable, arousable and hydrated, take steps to lower the fever at home. If the child is over 2 and has a fever for more than 72 hours, call your pediatrician. If fever does not lower 1-2 degrees with fever-reducing medicine, or if child feels sicker despite fever breaking, call pediatrician. 3 months or older (rectal, oral or ...

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

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   May 7, 2022 · Call your child's health care provider if your child: Is listless, confused or has poor eye contact with you. Is irritable, vomits repeatedly, has a severe headache, sore throat, stomachache or other symptoms causing a lot of discomfort. Has a fever after being left in a hot car. Seek medical care immediately. Has a fever that lasts longer than ...