Is a temperature of 102 serious?

Is a temperature of 102 serious?

A fever is a higher-than-normal body temperature, one of the body’s natural responses to infection. A low-grade fever isn’t usually a cause for concern, but a temperature 102°F and above should be treated.

What should I do if my child has a fever of 102?

Call your primary care physician if your child is:

1. Younger than 3 months of age with a temperature of 100.4°F or higher.
2. Age 3 to 6 months with a temperature up to 102°F and appears very lethargic or irritable (also, if the fever is higher than 102°F, without other symptoms)

How do you bring a child’s fever down?

Other ways to reduce a fever:

1. Dress your child lightly. Excess clothing will trap body heat and cause the temperature to rise.
2. Encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids, such as water, juices, or popsicles.
3. Give your child a lukewarm bath. Do not allow your child to shiver from cold water.
4. Don’t use alcohol baths.

What should I do if my child has a fever of 103?

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 Pediatrics East. If a fever of 102 degrees or higher lasts for more than two days, please give us a call, too.

How do you break a child’s fever naturally?

If your little one is experiencing symptoms, try these home remedies to help reduce your baby’s fever.

1. A lukewarm sponge bath (stop if your child starts to shiver).
2. Lots of liquids.
3. Light clothing and lower room temperatures.
4. Rest — in most cases, you shouldn’t wake a sleeping child to give them fever medicine.

Should I go to the hospital with a 102 fever?

Call your doctor if your temperature is 103 F (39.4 C) or higher. Seek immediate medical attention if any of these signs or symptoms accompanies a fever: Severe headache. Unusual skin rash, especially if the rash rapidly worsens.

What is a normal toddler temp?

Most doctors – and the American Academy of Pediatrics – agree that a normal body temperature for a healthy child is between 97 and 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit (36 to 38 degrees Celsius) . If your child’s temperature is above this range, he has a fever.

What temperature is too high for a toddler?

High fever in toddlers. High fever is a common symptom of many illnesses that affect toddlers. If the body temperature exceeds 102 ºF a child is considered to suffer from a high fever.

What is the normal rectal temperature for an infant?

The best way to find out if your baby has a fever is taking the baby’s temperature in his or her rectum (bottom). A normal rectal temperature is 97.7 to 99.7 degrees.