Question 1

are fevers and teething in babies associated?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is common for babies, when teething, to get a low grade fever.  If, however, the fever is associated with any other symptoms (cough, sneezing, nasal congestion, rash, unusual fussiness, unconsolable crying, etc.) contact your pediatrician or family doctor to rule out other possible causes for the fever.

Question 2

what's the safest fever reliefs medicine brand i can use for babies and toddlers? thanks.

Accepted Answer

Depends on age: If less than 6 months old, then Acetaminophen (Children's Tylenol) is your only option. If over 6 months old you can try Ibuprofen ( Children's Advil) either instead of or in addition to the acetaminophen.

Question 3

does teething in babies cause fever?

Accepted Answer

Depends who you ask: Large body of literature that states that teething does not cause temperature.  However we've all seen children who are teaching and who have a low grade fever.  Anything over 100F should be reported to Pediatrician.  Also talk to Pediatrician about teething aids (such as chilled teething rings) and OTC analgesics.  Also 1st birthday + 1st Dental Examination.  Seek out a Pedodontist (Specialist).

Question 4

how to tell if an infant has a fever?

Accepted Answer

Take Temp: If the rectal temp is over 100.5 f it is a fever, be aware that any infant under 3 months with a seemingly low grade fever must be checked asap as they have a higher risk of developing a worrisome infection.

Question 5

is 98.7 rectal temp a fever in an infant?

Accepted Answer

No: In infants the definition of fever is 100.4 (38C). If you have an infant under 3 months with that temperature, call your doctor or go to the ER. Beyond 3 months, call your doctor if the temperature reaches 102.2 (39C) or higher. Obviously, if your infant is vomiting, unable to arouse, or showing any other symptoms that concern you, call your doctor or go to the ER. Hope this helps!

Question 6

what is normal temperature to detect that infant have fever?

Accepted Answer

100.4 F: Most agree that a rectal temperature of 100.4 and above represent a fever in an infant.

Question 7

can babies get rashes after their fever?

Accepted Answer

Yes eg fifth dis: Certain viruses are associated with fv  and mouth diseasefooter and rashes eg fifth disease , hand.

Question 8

my son is 5 weeks old i want to know what it the normal body temperature for babies and how will i know if he has a fever?. what will the temp be?

Accepted Answer

Infant temperature: The accepted temperature for newborns who are 2 to 3 months old is below 100.4 f. Any temperature at that level and above is suspicious for a fever more often from overbundling. Anything else is suspect for an infection.

Question 9

how to treat a 5 month infant for a fever?

Accepted Answer

It depends...: Fever is a key aspect of how we fight infections- microbes don't survive at high temperature ; our white blood cells work better.Drugs to reduce fever may help one feel better temporarily but prolong infections! it's best to let the fever run its course unless it gets really high (above 104). Keep the baby well-hydrated. See doc if persists. See comment; http://www.Pamf.Org/children/common/fever/.

Question 10

what causes a infant to keep running a fever off and on all month?

Accepted Answer

Normal fluctuation: What are you considering fever? A baby's temperature may fluctuate from 96- to 101.4 during the course of the day. And be considered normal. More importantly how does he act when he has fevers. If he is active and alert i wouldn't worry.

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