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Mom of a 6 yr 3 m old girl3 years ago
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#AskTheExpert what is the normal body temperature for toddlers ? I have 3 year old daughter she is having 100.2 degree is it considered as fever or not ?

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years ago
A. Fever is a reaction of the body to different pyrogens released during any Infection. Usually temp more than 99 F is taken as fever . Mostly in children fever is because of viral infections like flu or RSV where the fever is there for 4-5 days but may persist even upto 2 weeks . Initially antipyretic like paracetamol is given in a dose of 15 mg / kg/ dose. Can be repeated after 4-6 hrs if needed . Lufkewarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy to decrease fever. Adequate flugdid intake is also beneficial. Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy3 years ago
A. For children ages three months to three years, call us if there is a fever of 102 degrees or higher. For all kids three years and older, a fever of 103 degrees or higher means it is time to call Pediatrician. If a fever of 102 degrees or higher lasts for more than two days, please give a call too.
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