Is 98.3 a fever for an infant?
My 6-month-old infant's temperature is 98.3. Is this a fever for an infant, or is it still within the normal range that I shouldn't be too worried about?
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4 months ago
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98.3 is totally normal, beta. If the baby looks a bit warm, just wipe them gently with a damp cotton cloth and keep them in a well-ventilated room. No need for any medicines.
4 months ago
No, 98.3 is a normal temperature for an infant. No fever at all.
4 months ago
98.3 is not a fever yaar. Actually, babies run a bit warm compared to adults. Just chill, your baby is perfectly fine.
4 months ago
My mother-in-law says 98.3 is very normal for infants, and our pediatrician also confirmed the same. Just keep the baby comfortable and hydrated.
4 months ago
No fever. Just monitor their feeding and wet diapers. If those are normal, there is absolutely no need to worry or visit a clinic.
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4 months ago
98.3 is safe, but it's always good to keep a digital log of baby's daily temperature. Just like I track my thyroid health, keeping patterns helps when you talk to your pediatrician.
4 months ago
My baby sister has 98.3 all the time, it is totally normal. No need to stress about it!
4 months ago
While 98.3 is normal, please don't ignore if the baby is constantly fussy or refusing milk. I once ignored a minor symptom and it became a severe infection. Trust your gut and see a doctor if you feel uneasy.