What is a fever in 10 month old?

Question

My little one, he's 10 months old now, feels a bit warm since morning. I checked his temperature but not sure what reading is considered an actual fever for a baby this young. Should I be worried right away?

Anjali Shrivastav · Accepted Answer

For a 10-month-old, a temperature of 100.4 F or above is a fever. Keep them in light cotton clothes so they don't overheat, and definitely call your pediatrician to get the right medicine.

Sanjay Verma · Answer

Keep a simple digital thermometer at home to check. If it crosses 100.4 F, that's a fever for a 10-month-old. Give them regular sponge baths with normal water and consult your pediatrician.

Rajesh Joshi · Answer

At 10 months, 100.4 F is a fever. Keeping a baby comfortable is a tough task, so just use a digital thermometer and consult your pediatrician for the correct advice.

Madhura Joshi · Answer

Haan na, it is so stressful when they get warm at 10 months. Usually, 100.4 F and above is considered a fever. Just give them plenty of liquids and check with your pediatrician.

Preeti Sinha · Answer

I know how heartbreaking it is when your baby feels warm and dull, my heart would race so fast. But remember, 100.4 F is considered a fever. Please call your doctor, they will help put your mind at ease.

Harpreet Singh · Answer

I have been through this with my kids. For a 10-month-old, anything 100.4 F or above is a fever. Keep the room at a normal temperature, keep feeding the baby, and go see the doctor immediately without delaying.

Kriti Saxena · Answer

My 10-month-old has 100.2 F right now and I am really stressing out. Is this considered a fever or does it have to be 100.4 F or higher? Does anyone else get super anxious?

What is a fever in 10 month old?

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

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