Nisha Devi Nisha Devi Asked 5 months ago

What is a fever for a 1 year old?

My one-year-old child seems to have a fever, and I'm always confused about the exact temperature when I should start to worry. Could someone tell me what temperature is considered a fever for a 1-year-old?

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Srinivas Rao Srinivas Rao Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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My mother always tells me to use wet cloth dabs, but when my son was 1, the doctor told us that 100.4 F or higher is a real fever. We must trust the thermometer more than just touching the forehead. Better to call your doctor and get the exact syrup dosage.

Ramlal Prasad Ramlal Prasad Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Bacche ko thoda sa bhi badan garm lage toh check karna chahiye. 100.4 F se upar fever mana jata hai ek saal ke bacche ke liye. Aap bilkul deri mat kariye, seedhe doctor saheb ko dikha lijiye, chote bacche hain na.

Siddharth Sen Siddharth Sen Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Our pediatrician explicitly told us that for a 12-month-old, a temperature of 100.4 F (38 C) or above is considered a fever. He also advised that we shouldn't rely on forehead touch because it can be misleading. He asked us to measure underarm or rectally and call him if it crosses 101 F.

Priyanka Sharma Priyanka Sharma Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

With my thyroid, I know how important regular tracking and medical follow-ups are. For a 1-year-old, 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit is the standard threshold for fever. Don't guess things, just keep a log of their temperature every few hours and consult your doctor for a proper plan.

Simran Kaur Simran Kaur Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My kid just turned one and had a fever last week during teething. Any reading above 100.4 F is a fever. I usually give her plenty of water and formula to keep her hydrated, but I always consult our pediatrician before giving paracetamol.

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

Nisha Saxena Nisha Saxena Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Please don't wait to see if it goes away on its own. I once ignored a mild temperature in my child thinking it was just heat, and it turned into a severe infection. Anything 100.4 F or above is a fever for a 1-year-old, so please get them checked by a pediatrician immediately.

Gopal Das Gopal Das Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Stay calm and keep a positive mind, children pick up on our anxiety. A temperature of 100.4 F or higher is a fever for your little one. Take care of the baby, keep them comfortable, and seek medical help to ensure they get the right care.

Vikram Deshmukh Vikram Deshmukh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Managing my high BP taught me that you cannot ignore body signals. For a one-year-old child, 100.4 F is considered a fever. Keep the baby's surroundings calm, dress them in light cotton, and make sure to get a proper checkup from a child specialist.

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