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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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   Can a fever make a child feel uncomfortable?

   • In children, a fever that is making them uncomfortable should be treated. Treating your child's fever will not help the body get rid of the infection any faster; it simply will relieve discomfort associated with fever. Children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years can develop seizures from fever (called febrile seizures).

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   What if my child has a fever above 104?

   • 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. Your baby is fussy or cries and cannot be soothed.

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2. 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.

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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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4. www.verywellhealth.com › when-is-a-fever-too-highWhen Is a Fever Too High? - Verywell Health

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   Mar 7, 2024 · If it is over 105 F (40.5 C), you need to rush to your nearest emergency room. You may need to act even sooner when infants, children, older adults, and immunocompromised people have a fever. It is important to know when a fever is too high because it can be dangerous to the central nervous system.

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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.

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

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   Sep 26, 2022 · 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

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7. www.stamfordhealth.org › healthflash-blog › primaryFevers in adults, children, and toddlers: when to worry

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   Dec 18, 2022 · 1. What is a fever and why do we get them? A fever is an elevated body temperature of 100.4 degrees F or higher. It is a natural part of the body’s immune response. Our bodies are built to handle fever. It will not harm you. It will not cause brain damage. Fever means that your or your child's body is working as it should.