Temperature

2021-06-06 14:15:04
What is the normal temperature of 21 months boy. He is having fever and temperature is around 100.8 and some times 101.
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Ur child needs proper consultation

Answered2021-06-06 14:42:49

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Temperature of 101 is considered as fever Ur child needs to be reviewed

Answered2021-06-06 14:20:29

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Fever below 2 yrs is usually above 99 degree Fahrenheit. But in summer evening temperatures some time may reach 99 . Roughly by back of hand feel on the abdomen not on forehead if feels hot it is usually fever.
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Check by digital thermometer is always accurate
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If fever is more than 101 despite administering medication always do tepid sponging as there’s a chance of febrile seizures in below 5 yrs aged.

Answered2021-06-06 14:34:14

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