What is considered a fever for a 19 month old?
My 19-month-old child has been unwell and feeling quite hot. I'm confused about what temperature is considered a fever for this age. What number should I look out for on the thermometer?
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5 months ago
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According to pediatric health guidelines, a fever for a 19-month-old is a temperature of 100.4 F (38 C) or higher. I track my baby's readings on a health app to monitor patterns. Always consult your doctor if it stays high.
5 months ago
Hey dear, 100.4 F is considered a fever for a 19-month-old. Don't stress too much, just keep giving them plenty of water or coconut water and call your doctor if you're worried.
4 months ago
A fever is 100.4 F and above. I get so incredibly worried when my toddler's temperature rises even slightly. Please keep checking their temp and call the doctor immediately if it goes high, just to be safe.
5 months ago
When my daughter was 19 months old, her doctor told us that any temperature of 100.4 F or above is a fever. Whenever she hit that mark, we would just give her prescribed drops and call her paediatrician.
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5 months ago
My 19-month-old just recovered from a viral fever last week. The doctor confirmed that 100.4 F is the official fever mark. We kept checking his temperature under his arm and gave the meds as directed by his doc.
5 months ago
A fever is 100.4 F or above. Don't trust random internet remedies or WhatsApp forwards about giving herbal extracts to a 19-month-old. Always verify directly with your paediatrician before giving anything.