Fever in Children: When to Worry and When to Relax?
Fever is a rise in body temperature above normal levels. A temperature above 100.4°F (38°C) is considered a fever in children. It usually happens when the body is fighting infections like cold, cough, flu, throat infections, or stomach infections.
Cold, Cough & Fever in Kids: When to Worry?
Children’s immune systems are still developing, which makes them more vulnerable to infections. Regular exposure to other children in schools, daycare centres and playgrounds increases the chances of catching infections.