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When to Call the Doctor: Fever
When to Call the Doctor: FeverIt can be very scary when your baby is sick, especially if your little one has a fever. Fortunately, most of thetime you can treat your baby’s fever at home but here are some guidelines on when to call the doctor.1.Call your doctor if your baby is younger than three months old and has a rectal temperature of 100.4 degreesor higher. Your baby will need to be evaluated by your doctor right away.2. Call your doctor if your three-to six-month-old has a temperature of 101 degrees or more.3. Call your doctor if your child has other symptoms in addition to a fever including: drowsiness, severe earpain, that could mean an ear infection, vomiting and diarrhea, that can increase the risk of dehydration,decreased wet diapers, and crying when urinating, which can be signs of a urinary tract infection.4. If any fever lasts longer than 3 days, call your doctor and have your baby checked by your pediatrician.If your baby is less than 6 months old and has a fever that climbs to 104 or 105 degrees, seek medical helpright away. If you notice your baby has severe shortness of breath or is lethargic call 911 immediately.Having a sick baby can be scary. Call the doctor when: Your baby is less than 3 months old and has atemperature of 100.4; Your 3 to 6 month old has a temperature of 101 or more; Your baby has other symptomsas well as fever; The fever lasts for more than 3 days. And call 911 if your child’s temperature climbs to 104 or105 degrees, or if your child has severe shortness of breath or is lethargic.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.VER60990A EN WhenToCallTheDoctorFever.pdf© The Wellness NetworkPage 1 of 1
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