Call 911 if:

•  busy
•  wheezing or shortness of breath
•  Looks blue on lips
•  Have seizures or seizures
•  Speak mixed or modified

 See a doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms:

•  fever with stiff shoulders and headache.
•  temperature above 105F

 fever with a sudden rash

1. Measuring body temperature

 Body temperature can be measured by mouth, rectum, or armpit. A person is generally considered to be febrile if the temperature of the mouth exceeds 37.8 °C or the temperature of the rectum exceeds 37.5 °C. Temperatures measured under the armpit are not considered accurate and can be as low as 1 degree Fahrenheit from oral measurements. . Temperatures above normal but below 38 C can be considered a mild or low-grade fever. This may mean that the body is responding to an infection.

2. Treat fever as needed

 Treatment of low-grade fever is not necessary unless the person is sick. If you have a fever of 102 or higher:

 Label for applying over-the-counter medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin). If you have a medical condition or are taking other medications, talk to your doctor first. WARNING: Do not give aspirin to anyone under the age of 18 unless directed by a doctor. Bathing with warm water or a sponge can lower the temperature. Do not use cold water or alcohol. Ask them to wear light clothing and use light blankets and sheets. Too much clothing can raise your body temperature. If a person is cold, use an extra blanket until they get away.

3. Give the liquid

 Drink plenty of water to rehydrate.

4. When should the doctor be contacted?

 Seek immediate medical attention if:

•  have a history of serious illness such as AIDS, heart disease, cancer, diabetes, or are taking immunosuppressive drugs
•  High fever that does not react with antipyretics
•  It is exposed to very hot weather, it feels warm but not sweaty
•  Stiff shoulders, confusion, or problems with what's going on
•  Severe pain in the lower abdomen.
•  Severe abdominal pain, recurrent vomiting, or severe diarrhea
•  Rash, blisters, or red streaks on the arms and legs
•  severe sore throat, swelling of the throat, or persistent earache
•  Painful urination, lower back pain, or chills
•  Severe cough, hemoptysis, or dyspnea

 5. Monitoring

 Talk to your doctor if your body temperature lasts more than 3 days or gets worse.