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My 6 month old has a fever 38,5 should i go to hospital ? or is it just teething issue ?
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See your Dr not ER: Fever of 38.5 (101.3) in an 6 month old can be due to a virus or other common infection. See a Dr if: the fever lasts 3 days or more, if your child is lethargic, not eating/drinking, vomiting, or has diarrhea with blood. A pediatrician can examine your child and determine if they are dehydrated, if the infection needs treatment (UTI, meningitis, bacterial GI infection), or if other tests are neede
Answered 6/6/2020
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Fever: 38.5 is a bit higher than it should be. May be due to a virus. Call your child's Pediatrician for advice. Make sure your child stays hydrated. Monitor your child's temperature closely.
Answered 6/7/2020
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