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This resource is only a guide and does not provide medical advice,
diagnosis, or treatment. Never delay or ignore professional medical
advice because of something you have read on a website. If you think you
may have a medical emergency, call your child’s doctor, dial 911 or take
her directly to the hospital Emergency Room (ER). The word “doctor”
indicates your child’s designated primary health care professional, not
necessarily an MD.
Symptoms
Low-grade (rectal) fever of 100.4°F/38.0°C or lower can accompany most
common childhood illnesses. It simply signals that the child’s system is
“fighting” to heal itself.
High fever has traditionally been defined as a rectal temperature over
100.4°F/38.0°C. Temperatures measured by mouth, ear, or other sites
are usually lower.
Ages
All ages
Relief Remedies
Always use a thermometer to diagnose a fever. The temperature of the
child’s skin to your touch never provides reliable, accurate information. Visit the Mayo Clinic website for:
Source: eMedicineHealth.com