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Fevers are a sign of infection in the body, usually caused by a virus or bacteria.
Follow the links below to find Information on fevers in children and young people.
Reviewed September 2009
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Fever
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Better Health Channel
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Fever is a rise in body temperature, usually caused by infection. Normal body temperature is around 37°C but can vary. A mild fever (up to 39°C ) can help the immune system to get rid of the infection. Most cases of mild fever resolve by themselves within a couple of days. Home treatments may include supervision, paracetamol, plenty of fluids and bed rest.
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May 2009
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Fever
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Fever is when the temperature of the body rises above normal, generally above 38 degrees (38°C)
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May 2009
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Rash with fever
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The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
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In children, the development of a rash anywhere on the body associated with a temperature of 38°C (100°F) or higher is often caused by a viral infection. In some cases, it can be caused by a serious bacterial infection, such as meningitis, that needs urgent medical attention.
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Mar 2009
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Fever in children
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The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
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A fever is an abnormally high body temperature of 38°C (100°F) or above. It is usually a sign that the body is fighting an infection. A child with a fever will feel generally unwell and be hot and sweaty.
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Mar 2009
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Acyclovir for treating varicella in otherwise healthy children and adolescents
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Chickenpox (varicella) is caused by a virus. It begins with a fever, followed by a rash of red pimples which become itchy sores that form scabs. Chickenpox usually affects children from one to 14 years. In young babies, adults or people with impaired im...
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Sep 2008
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Using paracetamol or ibuprofen
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Paracetamol has been safely used for many years to help with mild to moderate pain and fever. Ibuprofen is a newer medication.
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Jul 2008
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Roseola infantum
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Roseola is one of the very common mild viruses that can cause a temperature and rash in babies and young children. It usually does not cause problems for the child except sometimes causing the child to feel unwell
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Jul 2008
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Fever
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Raising Children Network (RCN)
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Fever is not an illness in itself, but is the sign of an illness. A guide to recognising and treating the causes of fever in young children.
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Jan 2007
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Practitioner Fact Sheet - Paracetamol
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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This fact sheet has been prepared by the Therapeutic Goods Administration to inform health practitioners about the safe use of paracetamol.
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Jun 2003
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Information for consumers - paracetamol
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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This fact sheet has been prepared by the Therapeutic Goods Administration to inform consumers about the safe use of paracetamol.
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Jun 2003
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Fever
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Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
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A fever is when the body's temperature is higher than normal. Humans usually have a body temperature within a very narrow range. Normally a child has a fever when their temperature, is over 37.5C. (when taken by a thermometer in the mouth or under the arm)
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Jan 2002
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Over-the-counter medication in children: friend or foe?
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Australian Prescriber
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Over-the-counter medications are often taken by adults, and given to children, to relieve minor ailments. Despite being freely available from a pharmacy or supermarket, many preparations are of unproven benefit. Some have the potential for harm, especially in the young.
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Dec 2001
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Fever treatments - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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An analgesic such as paracetamol will usually reduce fever and pain with few adverse effects.
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Jul 2001
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Fever
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Sydney Children's Hospital,The Children's Hospital at Westmead
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The following questions about fever are answered. What is a fever? Is fever good or bad? What infections cause fever? When do you need to see a doctor?
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Aug 2000
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Paracetamol: overused in childhood fever
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Australian Prescriber
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Paracetamol has a mild beneficial effect on the symptoms of viral illness in childhood. However, the child may still remain unwell. There are good reasons, particularly related to toxicity, for limiting the use of paracetamol in children.
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Jan 2000
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Paracetamol: overused in childhood fever - a consumer perspective
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| Publisher: |
Australian Prescriber
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This comment on the article 'Paracetamol: overused in childhood fever' suggests the value of a pharmaceutical campaign which describes the safe and appropriate use of paracetamol in the wider context of childhood illnesses, including information about other measures parents can use to help their child feel more comfortable while recovering.
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| Date: |
Jan 2000
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Paracetamol: overused in childhood fever
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Australian Prescriber
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Paracetamol is a commonly used medicine in Australia to relieve pain and reduce fever. It can be toxic to children and high doses can damage a child's liver. Dosage instructions should be carefully followed when treating a child's fever.
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Jan 2000
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