What is Fever
A fever is a body temperature that is elevated above the normal range. It is often a sign that the body is fighting an infection, such as a virus or bacteria. In children, fever can accompany other symptoms like chills, sweating, or irritability.
WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE
Fever comes in many forms and can mean many things.Here are some key things to remember about fevers in children:
In general, a child is considered to have fever when his/her body temperature rises above 37.5°C
It’s important to remember that a fever itself is not an illness, and it’s usually a sign or symptom for another problem
