Arjun Menon Arjun Menon Asked 3 months ago

How high of a fever is too high?

My young daughter has a fever and it's been fluctuating. I'm always a bit anxious when she's sick. What temperature is considered 'too high' for a fever in a child, and when should I be really concerned?

5

5 answers

Anagha Deshpande Anagha Deshpande Joined Mar 2026 3 months ago
Most liked

Haan na, 103 degrees is definitely too high, whether it is for adults or kids. Actually, once it goes past 102, we should be alert and call the doctor.

Meera Krishnan Meera Krishnan Joined Feb 2026 3 months ago

In general, a fever of 103°F (39.4°C) or higher is considered too high for adults and requires medical attention. Try to keep the room cool and consult your doctor for safe dosage of medicines.

Powered by

Consult a internal medicine specialist

Ramesh Yadav Ramesh Yadav Joined Jun 2026 3 months ago

Humare yahan toh jab kisi ko 103 bukhaar hota hai, toh sab log pareshan ho jate hain kyunki ye bahut jada hai. Aap turant doctor babu ko dikha lein aur dhyan rakhein.

Kunal Sen Kunal Sen Joined Jun 2026 3 months ago

I used to panic when my temperature hit 101, but doctors reassured me that the body is just fighting the virus. However, if it touches 103, then it is indeed too high and needs a proper checkup.

Related reads

All articles
Aditya Shrivastav Aditya Shrivastav Joined Mar 2026 3 months ago

If my fever goes to 103, I can't even dream of eating my favorite poha-jalebi. That's when you know the fever is way too high and it's time to visit the doctor.

Evidence-based health, reviewed by clinicians. Free, weekly.