Can molars coming in cause fever?
My baby has been quite irritable and has had a slight fever recently. I noticed his molars are starting to come in. Is this fever directly related to his teeth? Can molars coming in cause fever?
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7 months ago
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My daughter literally just cut her back molars last week! She did get a very mild fever of 99.2 and was super cranky, but it settled in two days. If the fever is high, it is usually some other virus.
6 months ago
We thought my son's high fever was just due to his molars coming in, but it turned out to be a severe ear infection that got complicated. Please don't assume it is just teething; always get a doctor to check.
7 months ago
Yes, a mild temperature rise is common during teething, but any true fever above 100.4 F needs a doctor's attention.
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7 months ago
I used to give my kids cold carrots to chew on to soothe their swollen gums, which helped a lot with the irritability. But if they run a proper fever, home remedies won't cure the underlying cause, so see a paediatrician.
7 months ago
Teething is like a second job for parents, honestly. While a little warmth is normal when those big molars push through, don't let the kid suffer if the fever goes high. Just take them to the doctor and save yourself the stress.