Fever in children

We have examined your child thoroughly and feel they are ready to be cared for at home rather than in hospital, but if you become more worried than when you previously sought advice, or you are concerned that you are unable to look after your child at home because:

  • their health is getting worse
  • they have a fit
  • they develop a rash that does not disappear with pressure
  • the fever lasts longer than 5 days
  • you are concerned that they are dehydrated
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Fever in children

File type: application/pdf Review date: July 2020