Fever

If your child is over 2 months of age and has a fever but is acting relatively well, there are things you can do to manage your child’s fever at home. Give your child the correct dose of acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin or Advil, 6 months and up only). If you are unsure of your child’s correct dose, please visit our Symptom Checker to find out how much to give your child. These medications help to reduce your child’s temperature. Make sure your child stays hydrated by offering fluids frequently. Often, children lose their appetite when they are ill, but as long as they are drinking adequately and maintaining wet diapers or urinating normally, they will be okay.

When you are concerned about your child’s fever, please give us a call at Over the Moon Pediatrics. We are here to help figure out the cause! In our office, we not only offer thorough examinations, but we are able to perform several rapid tests such as those that check for flu, RSV, and strep so we can pinpoint the exact cause and give you an answer before you leave the clinic. We will walk you through what you can do to help your child feel more comfortable at home, things to watch out for, and reasons to bring your child back for a follow up appointment. We know having a sick child is stressful, and we are here to help!