Learn how to treat baby fevers and when to visit the doctor.
													
																	Treating babies with fever. 
									
	
		
	
																	In fact fevers seem to play a key role in fighting infections. 
																	Here s help making the call. 
																	When you suspect that your baby has a fever take your baby s temperature with a thermometer. 
																	A fever is a common sign of illness but that s not necessarily a bad thing. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	They seem unusually lethargic. 
																	Any fever above 100 4 degrees fahrenheit can be dangerous for a newborn. 
																	The child has a high fever lasting more than 24 hours. 
																	So should you treat a fever or let the fever run its course. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	The child is any age with. 
																	Here are some ways to bring down a fever in a baby plus signs that it s time to seek medical help. 
																	Also seek medical advice if your child has a fever and. 
																	For children 2 and older call their doctor if they have a fever that repeatedly rises above 104 f 40 c. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	If your baby is over 3 months old and has a fever you may be able to treat them at home.