How many degrees does a child usually have a fever

First of all, our human body is considered to have a fever when the temperature exceeds 37 degrees. So as a parent, when taking care of your child, if the temperature exceeds 37 degrees, it means that your child has a fever. Therefore, for many parents, they must first have a comprehensive understanding of this knowledge in order to better take care of their children. The following introduces the general fever temperature for children, so you can have a comprehensive understanding.

1. What is the normal body temperature of a baby?

The body temperature of a newborn is slightly higher than that of an adult;

The average axillary temperature of infants in spring, autumn and winter is 36.6℃ in the morning and 36.9℃ in the afternoon;

In summer, the temperature is 36.9℃ in the morning and 37℃ in the afternoon.

Although some children have high body temperatures, observation reveals that they do not have any abnormal conditions. Therefore, children with high body temperatures do not necessarily have a fever. Parents can make a judgment based on the actual situation of their children.

2. How many degrees is considered a fever for a baby?

The normal axillary temperature of a child is between 36℃-37℃, and it is considered a fever if it exceeds 37.4℃. Under normal circumstances, children's body temperature can fluctuate within a certain range. A body temperature above 37°C is considered a fever.

37.5℃-38.4℃ is a low-grade fever;

38.5℃ or above is a high fever;

But every child's physical condition is different, so it depends on the child's physique.

3. How to measure body temperature accurately?

Where to measure body temperature:

1. Underarm: Clip the thermometer parallel to the armpit. To prevent the thermometer from slipping, the mother can gently press the baby's arm.

2. Anus: Apply a little Vaseline or baby oil on the front end of the anal thermometer. Let the baby lie on his side and gently rotate it to insert it about 2 cm. The body temperature measured at the anus is 0.4℃ to 0.8℃ higher than that at the armpit. It takes 3 to 5 minutes to measure temperature with a mercury thermometer.

3. Ear: Use a baby-specific electronic ear thermometer, which is easy to operate and easy for babies to accept. It takes about 3 seconds for the electronic thermometer to measure the temperature, and a ring tone indicates the end. The baby has just left the cold environment and the temperature of the eardrum is still relatively low, so the measured temperature may be lower than the actual body temperature.

Children are different from adults when they have a fever. If the fever does not exceed 37.5 degrees, children generally do not show any symptoms. As parents, you must observe your children more often when taking care of them. Use a thermometer to measure their temperature regularly. This will help you better ensure that your children do not have a fever, which is beneficial to their healthy growth. The above is an introduction, and you can have a comprehensive understanding of this aspect.