Fever is always a hot topic for parents, and there are lots of myths and phobias. It's one of the most common reasons parents bring their kids to the doctor. Knowing what qualifies as a fever and how to respond are important for parents to understand. Paige Guillory, MD, joins us again to share some ParentingU Extra Credit about children's fevers.

Additional Resources on Kids and Fever

• Read our blog post, My Child Has a Fever, What Should I Do?

Fever Questions Answered on the Episode

• What temperature qualifies as a fever in a child?
• What is a temperature when I should bring my child to the doctor?
• What signs should I be looking for in a child with a fever?
• What steps should I take if my child has a fever?

We hope you enjoyed this mini episode with tips you can use right away. We’ll be back with more and another regular ParentingU episode soon!

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