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What temperature is a fever in children?
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Over 100.4: Generally temp over 38 degrees centigrade or 100.4 f are considered elevations. The other symptoms present detemine the severity of the illness. Under 2 mos of age this elevation requires immediate care.Over 105 requires immediate attention at any age.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Fever- see doc?: When to see a doctor when your child has a fever? Depends on the age and how the child is doing: http://www.parenting.com/health-guide/fever/when-call-doctor
Answered 1/29/2018
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