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Cold Sores (Fever Blisters)

Sores on the outer lip caused by the herpes virus. Sores tend to recur English

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Fever - Facts Versus Myths

Fever is a body temperature of 100.4 F (38 C) or higher. Fever is a symptom, not a disease. English

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Fever - How to Take the Temperature

Questions about how to take the temperature and when is it a fever. English

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Fever (Age 0-5)

Your child has a fever if: Rectal, Ear or Forehead temperature: 100.4° F (38.0° C) or higher. Oral or Mouth temperature: 100° F (37.8° C) or higher. English

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Fever (Age 6-21)

Your child has a fever if: Ear or Forehead temperature: 100.4° F (38.0° C) or higher. Oral or Mouth temperature: 100° F (37.8° C) or higher. English

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Fever and Your Child

La fiebre y su hijo: (Fever and Your Child)

A fever is usually a sign that the body is fighting an illness or infection. Fevers are generally harmless. In fact, they can be considered a good sign that your child's immune system is working and the body is trying to heal itself. While it is important to look for the cause of a fever, the main purpose for treating it is to help your child feel better if he is uncomfortable or has pain. English Español

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Fever—Child Care and Schools

Fever is an elevation of the normal body temperature. Fever is most commonly caused by a viral or bacterial infection, but it can be a sign of illnesses not caused by infections, such as exercising in a very warm environment, rheumatoid arthritis, a reaction to a vaccine or medication, or cancer. English

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Strep Throat (Streptococcal Pharyngitis) and Scarlet Fever—Child Care and Schools

A disease caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria English

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Nose Allergy (Hay Fever)

An allergic reaction of the nose. Main symptoms are an itchy nose, clear discharge and sneezing. English

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Scarlet Fever

Scarlet Fever is a speckled, red rash all over due to the Strep bacteria English

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Influenza Exposure

Exposure (Close Contact) to a person with influenza. Your child has NO symptoms of influenza (no fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose). English

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Seizures and Epilepsy—Autism Toolkit

Convulsiones y epilepsia

About 1 in 4 children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has seizures. Seizures usually start in early childhood or the early teen years. Children with ASD who have a lower IQ or cannot speak have the highest risk for seizures. Epilepsy is defined as 2 or more seizures when the child does not have a fever or another medical reason for the seizure. English Español

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Croup: When Your Child Needs Hospital Care

El crup: En qué casos su hijo necesita cuidado hospitalario (Croup: When Your Child Needs Hospital Care)

Croup is a common illness that affects the airways, making it hard for a child to breathe. It's most common in toddlers but can affect children between 6 months and 12 years of age. Another symptom is a loud barking cough that is worse at night. Trouble breathing and the barking cough can be scary for parent and child. Most children with viral croup also have low fever. English Español

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Febrile Seizures

Convulsiones febriles (Febrile Seizures)

In some children, fevers can trigger seizures. Febrile seizures occur in 2% to 5% of all children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years. Seizures, sometimes called “fits” or “spells,” are frightening, but they usually are harmless. Read on for information from the American Academy of Pediatrics that will help you understand febrile seizures and what happens if your child has one. English Español

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How to Take Your Child's Temperature

Cómo tomarle la temperatura a su niño (How to Take Your Child's Temperature)

Your temperature (TEM-pruh-chur) is how warm or cold your body is. Normal temperature for a child is 98°F to 99°F or 37°C. Anything over 100.4°F or 38°C is a fever. English Español

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Inhaled and Intranasal Corticosteroids and Your Child

Su hijo y los corticoesteroides inhalables e intranasales (Inhaled and Intranasal Corticosteroids and Your Child)

If your child has asthma or allergic rhinitis (hay fever), your pediatrician may prescribe a corticosteroid, also commonly referred to as a steroid. These medicines are the best available to decrease the swelling and irritation (inflammation) that occurs with persistent asthma or allergy. They are not the same as the anabolic steroids that are used illegally by some athletes to build muscles. English Español

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Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Seizures, Febrile

Febrile seizures are described as generalized (whole brain and body involved), tonic-clonic (shaking) movements of a child’s body in response to a high fever. These seizures represent abnormal brain electrical activity triggered by fever. English

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Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Infections)—Child Care and Schools

An illness with rash and fever caused by the varicella-zoster virus English

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Roseola (Human Herpesvirus 6 and 7)—Child Care and Schools

A viral infection causing fever or rash in infants and children that primarily occurs between 6 and 24 months of age English

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Insect Repellents: What Parents Need to Know

Repelentes de insectos: Lo que los padres deben saber (Insect Repellents: What Parents Need to Know)

Mosquitoes, biting flies, and tick bites can make children miserable. While most children have only mild reactions to insect bites, some children can become very sick. Some insects carry dangerous germs such as West Nile virus, Lyme disease bacteria, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever bacteria. English Español

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Roseola

Roseola is widespread fine pink rash that’s caused by a specific virus. Classic feature is that the rash is preceded by 3 to 5 days of high fever. English

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VIS-Rotavirus Vaccine

VIS-Vacuna contra el rotavirus

Rotavirus commonly causes severe, watery diarrhea, mostly in babies and young children. Vomiting and fever are also common in babies with rotavirus. English Español

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Wound Infection

A break in the skin (a wound) shows signs of infection. Signs of infection include pus, spreading redness, increased pain or swelling, and fever. English

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Viral Infection

Information and guidance about viral infections. English

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Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Dosage Table

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Dosage Table English

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Heat Reactions

Symptoms after being in high temperatures (such as heat waves). Symptoms after hard work or sports during hot weather. English

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Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) Dosage Table

Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) Dosage Table English

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Choosing a Pediatrician

Elección de un pediatra (Choosing a Pediatrician)

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has developed this information about the benefits of choosing a pediatrician, how to choose a pediatrician, and why regular well-child visits are important. English Español

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Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Seizures, Nonfebrile (Epilepsy)

Seizures represent the most common neurologic disorder in children. About 1% of all children have a type of non-febrile seizure disorder, or epilepsy. English

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Resources are provided with permission by the American Academy of Pediatrics.