Fever & Pain in Infants 0-24 Months

A fever is an overall increase in body temperature that is above the normal 36°C to 37.5°C (96.8°F to 99.5°F) range. Most commonly, fever is a symptom of an infection and might indicate that you have a cold or the flu.

Because children's immune systems haven't had a chance to fully develop, they are more likely to get infections. Also, frequent exposure to other children can increase chances of picking up an infection. This is a normal part of childhood and prepares the immune system for the rest of the child's life.

Sometimes children will try to hide pain or are simply unable to express that they are in pain. However, when children do admit to being in pain, they aren't lying. A child's pain should always be taken seriously. Pain is subjective and what you may not think is painful, your child might.

Break down information into small parts. Explain things slowly and repeat facts as often as necessary. Validating your child's pain is important.