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Fevers in Children
Fever is not necessarily harmful, nor is it evidence of an illness. However, a fever is a special cause for concern in infants younger than 3 months of age, the elderly, and people who are taking medications that suppress the immune system. Parents and caregivers should be most concerned with changes in eating or sleeping habits, coughing, pain, or other marked changes in a child’s behavior. Normal fever symptoms include rapid breathing and heart rate, glossy eyes, and flushed skin.
Determining if Your Child Has a Fever
How to Take Your Child's Temperature Rectally
Self-Care
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What to do About
Fevers in Children |
| Fever for less than 3 days without other symptoms |
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Child less than 3 months of age with a rectal temperature greater than
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| Child with fever, acting ill, not their usual self |
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| Child with fever with seizure, no history of febrile seizures |
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| Child with fever and joint swelling or tenderness; painful rash; or dark red, purple, or bruiselike rash |
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| Fever and stiff neck |
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