Rahul Sharma Rahul Sharma Asked 6 months ago

Is 100.2 a fever in kids?

My 3-year-old son has a temperature of 100.2. Is this considered a fever for kids, or should I wait to see if it goes up? He's playing, but seems a bit sluggish.

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Sita Devi Sita Devi Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago
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Haan beta, baccho ke liye 100.2F bhi bukhar hi maana jaata hai. Unki body humse alag hoti hai. Thoda garam paani mein haldi daal ke pila do, aur agar zyada pareshan lage toh doctor ke paas zarur le jao. Baccho ke mamle mein koi laparwahi nahi.

Siya Arora Siya Arora Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Dude, for kids, even 100.2F is a red flag. Their systems are so sensitive! My younger cousin gets super cranky with even a slight temp. Definitely call the pediatrician, don't take chances with little ones.

Ravi Patel Ravi Patel Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Baccho ke liye 100.2F fever hai. Dekho, future ke bade expenses se bachne ke liye, choti cheez pe hi doctor ko dikhana achha hai. Ek pediatrician ki consultation fees bachche ki health se badi nahi hai. Practical decision lo.

Deepak Sharma Deepak Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

With kids, never take chances, even with a mild fever like 100.2F. I once ignored my nephew's low fever thinking it's nothing, and it turned into a bad ear infection. Always get it checked by a pediatrician if it's persistent or if the child seems uncomfortable. It's better than regretting later.

Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Oh, your little one has 100.2F? Yeah, it's a fever, but don't stress too much just yet, yaar. Keep them comfortable, sponge bath maybe, and lots of fluids. Just keep an eye on it and call the doc if it goes up or they seem very unwell.

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Rahul Kapoor Rahul Kapoor Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, 100.2F is a fever in children. Pediatricians usually advise monitoring closely at this temperature, especially for younger kids. Hydration is crucial, and if they're uncomfortable, a child-appropriate dose of fever reducer might be needed after doctor's consultation.

Priya Menon Priya Menon Joined May 2026 5 months ago

At Apollo Hospitals, our pediatrician always said that anything over 99.5F is a fever for children. So, 100.2F definitely counts. Don't hesitate to call your child's doctor and get their specific guidance; it's always better to be safe.

Arjun Singh Arjun Singh Joined Jul 2026 3 months ago

For kids, their immune systems are still developing, so even a low fever like 100.2F is a sign. It's not about exercise for them, but ensuring they get proper nutrition and plenty of rest to recover. Keep them hydrated, that's key.

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