When to Take a child to the Doctor in Fever

Baby's body temperature rises or alamo fever and Mama was immediately panic. Actually, the fever does not always have to be reduced, because some degree of fever can be very useful in fighting infections.

Based on age and symptoms experienced by the baby, if he can still move as usual, Mama might be more calm. The following can be a guide when Mama had to take him to the doctor (based on temperature measurements via the anus) :

0-2 months: 38 ° C

3-6 months: 38.5 ° C

6 months or older: 39.5 ° C