Can constipation cause a fever in infants?
My 8-month-old baby has been constipated for two days, and now she also has a low-grade fever. I'm really worried; can constipation in infants cause a fever?
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9 months ago
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In all my years of raising children and grandchildren, I have learned that simple constipation does not cause a fever. If the little one has a fever, it is likely a viral infection or a stomach bug. Please keep the baby hydrated and consult your pediatrician immediately.
9 months ago
No, medically speaking, constipation does not trigger a fever in infants. If your infant has a fever along with constipation, it could be due to dehydration or an infection. Please consult your pediatrician for an accurate diagnosis.
6 months ago
No, sweetie! Constipation itself won't bring on a fever. 🍼 If your baby has a temperature, it's best to call your pediatrician to see what's causing it. Sending warm hugs to the little one!
6 months ago
I have to be very careful with sugar and diet, and I apply the same caution with my kids. Constipation doesn't cause a fever, but dehydration can cause both. Make sure the infant is getting enough breastmilk or water (if over 6 months), and take them to a doctor.
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5 months ago
No, constipation itself does not cause fever in infants. A fever usually indicates an infection, so please take the baby to a pediatrician.
5 months ago
As a tired parent, I've seen it all, but constipation causing a fever is news to me. If the baby has a warm forehead and is cranky, it is probably a cold, teething, or a small infection, not just a blocked tummy. Best to let the doctor do the checking.
4 months ago
We literally just faced this with our 8-month-old last week. He was constipated and ran a mild fever. The pediatrician told us the fever was from a minor viral throat infection, which actually caused the dehydration and constipation in the first place. Get the baby checked.