What could cause an 18 month old to run temp of 101-102 with no other symptoms, appears to feel fine?
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those nasty ol'toofies moving into position in her widdle gums. Poor baby. Growing up is hard to do.
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Others seem to think it may be chicken pox.  That may indeed be the case.  In that instance, you may want to get her in to the pediatrician right away.  Sometimes, a call to the physician with a description of the symptoms may be enough to give you direction.\n\nIt also sounds as simple as heat rash, commonly known as "prickly heat."  (The latin term is miliaria rubra.)  You didn't indicate if the spots are raised or flat.  In prickly heat, her skin is reacting to a surface that it was exposed to, ie: her pillow, mattress, etc., and sweat has become trapped.  Although it generally appears on other parts of the body, it can appear on the face, depending upon where the exposure was.\n\nIf prickly heat is determined, then washing with a soft, clean washcloth, warm water, and a gentle soap is in order.  Certainly, a trip to her pediatrician should be next.  He may suggest nothing more strong than calamine lotion.\n\nI hope, for her sake, that it is something simple and not a more involved childhood illness.  In either event, quarantine her from the other family members, particularly if they are not innoculated or have not previously been exposed to chicken pox.
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100f is a slight fever. keep an eye on it thou.  keep giving her antibiotics. I'm sure the doc gave her some. Right? Well, did he do a exam on her tonsils?? My kids just did. They had strep throat. Give her med. for pain like Motrin or Tylenol and will help with fever. Mine were at 103f and Motrin chewable pills knocked it out. The fever...Good luck.. If all else fails and the fever does not go away. Take her to the hospital right away. Don't overdose her...... Yes she may not want to eat but keep fluids in her that is very important for dehydration...she may be having, as I like to say to my 5 kids...growing pains in their legs....L
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A temperature of 99.0 to 99.9 indicates only one illness: hypochondria.  Normal temperatures range from about 96.0 to 100.0, and even by a conservative estimate, temperatures below about 100.5 don't count as a fever, and aren't cause for alarm.  What you describe sounds to be well within normal range.\n\nI must say, though, I'm a bit confused as to why you posted this in the cancer catagory.  Also, this is something that should be discussed with the child's pediatrician, not random people online who may or may not know what they're talking about.
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Sounds like mild epilepsy. Happened to myself and several people I know when we were around your daughter's age. Did not affect our daily lives at all, in fact, we became more careful about what we did. \n\nFor example, we avoided swimming and climbing high places. I started having a more healthy diet, did plenty of stretching to ease the tension in my body, take short and long breaks during studying times.\n\nShe will be fine :)
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Registered Nurse here;  The symptoms you described are pretty vague.  However you did mention an elevated temperature, this is a sign of infection.  Where I don't know,  As for the burning in her feet, sounds like nerve involvement, could also be a condition called neuropathy, in lay terms(decreased flow of blood, circulation to the extremities).  Causes are many.  I strongly suggest you get your mom into see a Physician.  This is your very best source of evaluation, and treatment, whatever the cause it's just started which is important, in the fact the odds are in your mom's favor of a physician having a solution to this problem and not simply treating the symptoms.  \nThanks for the opportunity to address your question.  Your mom is lucky to have such a thoughtful person looking out for her.
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I don't know the whole situation and you only say your little son.  Not to alarm you but you should have immediately consider a visit to the pediatrician.  They should be able to find out why the child is weak.  There are many reasons for that.
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It depends on the age of the child.  If it is a young child I found out that they can run 103-104 temp (which would be high for older children or adults.)  Give the child tylenol or motrin (and other measures to cool down as mentioned in previous answers) and if it goes down in an hour it's probably ok.  A full degree is a really good sign, but even if it goes down >.2 it's probably ok. If the temp doesn't go down with those measures take him/her in.  Lots of fluids and rest, tylenol or motrin as directed (4-6 hours) to keep them comfy.  If the child is still running a fever in 3 days take him/her in. If it is a toddler take them in if it runs 105. My daughter usually gets non-specific rashes when she runs fevers, but keep an eye out for anything unusual, and call a nurses help-line if you see anything (if one is available) and describe what it looks like and they can direct you whether they should be seen.  Good luck, it's always tough when our kids are sick.  \n\n(I am sure you know this, but their temp generally doesn't go back to normal with meds, but it should lower it.)
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Your child need to be in a doctor's office or emergency room NOW.  Any fever over 103 is dangerous for a child.  If you don't have a ride or are a long way from an ER or clinic, call an ambulance.\n\nIn the meantime, if you have some children's motrin or tylenol, give it to him.  Take off any constricting clothes that he may be wearing and cool him off with a damp rag.  Most importantly, get him to a doctor immediately.
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Take her to the pediatrician ASAP. This could indicate a serious endochrine problem.
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Contact you doctor as soon a possible!!!  If this behavior is out of character for her then something may be disturbed without causing a fever. \nIt's always better to be on the safe side... rather than the sorry!!!
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How old is your son? (Could be "mono" if he's a teenager). Did they do any throat/NP cultures? Any respiratory symptoms? What was the differential cell count? This time of year (depending on where you live) respiratory viruses get started. If it is a virus, antibiotics won't help. If it's something like strep throat or "walking pneumonia" then antibiotics will kick it pretty quickly. Could also be a secondary bacterial infection following a viral infection. Just make sure he takes the whole course of the antibiotics - failure to do so is one of the leading causes of antibiotic resistant bacteria. Good luck!!
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A fever is any temperature that is above normal. What a normal temperature is will depend on where it is taken. In the mouth, a normal temperature is 98.6° F; under the arm, normal is 98° F; by rectum, it is 100° F. \n \n What Do I Do? \n \n If you believe your child has a fever: \n \n  Take her temperature. \n \n  Give acetaminophen (Infants' or Children's Tylenol®) if the temperature is over 100° F by mouth, 99° F under arm, 101° F by rectum. See dosing chart below. \n \n  Give acetaminophen (Infants' or Children's Tylenol®) every four hours while there is a fever, but no more than five times in a 24-hour period. \n \n  Keep her cool. Dress a baby in a diaper and shirt; dress a child in lightweight clothing. \n \n  Give her large amounts of fluids—a child with a fever usually likes ice chips, juice, water, soda or tea. \n \n  Sponge or bathe your child with barely warm water for about 20 minutes for a temperature of 103° F by mouth, 102° F under arm or 104° F by rectum. \n \n Should My Child See A Doctor? \n \n Sometimes a child will need medicine to treat an infection. It is important for a doctor to see the child if he: \n \n  Is under 2 months old. \n \n  Is extremely irritable or excessively sleepy. \n \n  Has difficulty breathing or breathes fast. \n \n  Complains of neck pain or holds the neck in an unusual way. \n \n  Has a seizure (convulsion). \n \n  The temperature is not normal after two days of acetaminophen (Infants' or Children's Tylenol®). \n \n  Develops a rash. \n \n  Pulls at his or her ear or complains of ear pain. \n \n  Has not wet a diaper or urinated in 12 hours. \n \n  Lips, tongue and lining of the mouth are dry and dull. \n \n  Complains of a sore throat. \n \n   Amount to Give Dosing Chart\nfor Acetaminophen (Infant's or Children's TYLENOL©  Infant's Concentrated Drops\n80 mg/0.8 ml  Children's Suspension Liquid and Elixir\n160 mg/5 ml  Children's Chewable Tablets\n80 mg each  Junior Strength Chewable Tablets/ Caplets\n160 mg each  \nDose dropper teaspoon tablet tablet/ caplet \nWeight  Age      \n6-11 lbs  0-3 mos  *     \n12-17 lbs  4-11 mos  *  *    \n18-29 lbs  12-23 mos  *  *    \n25-35 lbs  2-3 yrs  2  1  2   \n36-47 lbs  4-5 yrs   1 1/2  3   \n48-59 lbs  6-8 yrs   2 4 2 \n60-71 lbs  9-10 yrs   2 1/2  5  2 1/2  \n72-95 lbs  11 yrs   3  6  3  \n96 lbs +  12 yrs     4  \n * = consult physician \n \n \n \n What Shouldn't I Do? \n \n If your child has a fever: \n \n  Do not use an alcohol bath to sponge or bathe the child. \n \n  Do not use an ice water bath to sponge or bathe the child. \n \n  Do not overdress the child. \n \n  Do not use adult acetaminophen for young children under age 5. \n \n  Do not worry if the child is not eating. Liquids are important. \n \n  Do not give acetaminophen (Infants' or Children's Tylenol®) more than five times in 24 hours. \n \n Could It Be Prevented? \n \n  Do not expose the child to people who are ill. \n \n  There is no way to prevent a fever. However, it is important to give the child acetaminophen (Infants' or Children's Tylenol®) to control the fever.
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definitely stick with motrin.  It's best for that sort of thing, I think.\nHe's gonna be crabby, so just baby him a little.  Make sure he's plenty hydrated.  If he won't take water, give him some flavored pedialyte, or some jello water.  \nLay down with him, read some books, make sure he has plenty of rest.\nI'm not sure how high you should let that go before you see a doctor or hit the ER, so keep an eye on it & if it blows up to more than 102.0, you should probably give someone a call.  If nothing else, you could get the number for your local emergency room & see if they can leave a message for a doctor to call you, though I think they may say they can't give advice over the phone.\nIf the fever persists for more than 24 hours, you should definitely see someone.  Since it's Sunday night, it couldn't hurt to call your pediatrician first thing in the morning for advice.\nOh, and a tepid bath.  Warm enough to not be uncomfortable, but cool enough to provide some relief.
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Yes, some people  let fevers run their course.  This is because a fever is your body's natural response to fighting off infections.  We usually treat fevers because they make us uncomfortable.  In my opinion, luke warm baths are ineffective and uncomfortable.   Perhaps your son has a respiratory infection.  If your son is really uncomfortable I would ask your doctor if it is ok to give him tylenol or advil.  Sometimes doctor's recommend alternating both of them.
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Check out wilsonsthyroidsyndrome.com.  I have low temp and so did my MD!  He told me about this site.  It's very interesting.
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my baby is like that, just realize that his system is nt fully developed and his body cannot control his body temp.  just dress him very lightly, and dont cover him all the time.