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Daughter is having fever

2019-03-14 15:27:11
Her forehead temperature shows she has fever but her armpit temperature is normal What's the preferred medication
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Paracetamol

Answered2019-03-14 15:28:23

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Hello, a baby till 2 year of age may have warmer forehead than rest of the body. You must document the temperature of armpit above 100*F to confirm fever. If you are really concerned, you may get your child examined by a pediatrician.

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