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Fever
Fighting the Fever Frenzy
Whether it’s your sick infant or you who’s worked up into a worried tizzy, fevers can leave everyone feeling tired, hot and confused. But knowing what is normal and what is not can go a long way toward helping to regain your—and your baby’s—cool. Continue reading
Honey, You Feel Warm
“Fever” can be a scary word for parents—sometimes, inordinately so. After all, a fever indicates your child’s body is doing what it’s supposed to do to fight infection. Learning what to do for a child with a fever and when a fever might indicate something serious should be on every parent’s to-do list. Continue reading
Feeling Feverish?
The thermometer beeps, and the reading reveals your child’s temperature: 101 degrees Fahrenheit. Your child has a fever. What should you do? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has recently updated the guidelines regarding how to respond. Continue reading
New Guidelines for Fighting Fever
Controlling an infant’s fever is not always the best treatment. New guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) outline a new approach to fighting fevers. Continue reading
The (Flushed) Face of Fever
Your child is sweaty, then cold, then sweaty again. He or she is lethargic, flushed, and has no appetite. Fever has struck. Although fever takes a toll on a kid, it’s not usually something to worry about. The body’s elevated … Continue reading
Dialing in Health Information
It’s 9 p.m. on a Friday, and your 8-year-old has a fever. He’s never had one this high before, and you’re unsure about whether or not he needs immediate medical attention. Whether you’re a parent, babysitter, teacher or school nurse, … Continue reading
A Spoonful of Sugar
When your child is sick, soothing his or her symptoms is a top priority. However, ignoring medication dosage instructions can actually make your child feel even worse. Every year, 7,000 children younger than age 11 are hospitalized after receiving improper … Continue reading
When a Fever Is Too High
Your infant is fussier than normal, and his or her head feels warm. You wonder what step you should take next. While you may want to rush your child to the hospital, a fever isn’t always a sign of something … Continue reading
Understanding Fever in Your Infant
During the first few months of your baby’s life, fever should be treated differently than it would be for you or an older child. While you shouldn’t panic every time your little one seems warm, fever in a baby 3 … Continue reading
Hot, Hot, Hot
Fevers in infants can be indicators of serious illness or just part of a cold. How can you tell the difference? Infants have a fever if their body temperature rises above 37° Celsius or 98.6° Fahrenheit. Parents should call their … Continue reading
