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What could cause an 8 month old to have a fever (101 f) for four days?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Several things: It could be as simple as a cold, but may be something else.If the kid is feeding well and wetting diapers you can watch it at home.If not, a visit to his/her doc would be in order.

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/29/2014

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Dr. Tanya Russo answered

Infection: Fever in children is usually caused by infections, the majority of which are viral and self limiting.

Dr Gabor and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/3/2014

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A member asked:

What could cause an 8 month old to have a fever (101 f) for four days?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Tanya Russo answered

Dr Gabor and 2 doctors agreed

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