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My 16 mth old son hit his head hard on the floor, he seem fine after cry for a few mins. the next day is had a fever if 39. can it be because of it?

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Dr. Holly Maes answered

No, not related: There would be no relationship between a minor head bonk, even if there was a slight concussion (which it does not sound like) and running a fever the next day. Your child probably ate cereal yesterday too, but that's not related either.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 2/20/2014

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A member asked:

My 16 mth old son hit his head hard on the floor, he seem fine after cry for a few mins. the next day is had a fever if 39. can it be because of it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Holly Maes answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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