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What is considered to be too high of a fever in a 5 year old child?
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Dr. Martin Raffanswered
Infectious Disease 58 years experience
Anything above 104: When temperatures rise to those levels they will produce significant discomfort, and are approaching near 105, above which the potential for seizures and brain damage may begin to manifest. See a doctor.
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