What if my baby has a temperature of 38?

If your baby is under three months old and has a fever above 38°C, even if they have no other symptoms, then you should see a GP. If your child is immunocompromised (has a weakened immune system) for any reason and has a fever above 38°C, you should seek immediate care from your doctor or hospital emergency department.

What is a fever for a 5 week old baby?

At What Temperature Does My Baby Have a Fever? A baby’s normal temperature can range from about 97 to 100.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Most doctors consider a rectal temperature of 100.4 F or higher as a fever.

At what temperature should you take a baby to hospital?

Also, contact your child’s provider or go to the emergency room if your child:

  1. Is younger than age 3 months and has a rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher.
  2. Is 3 to 12 months old and has a fever of 102.2°F (39°C) or higher.
  3. Is under age 2 and has a fever that lasts longer than 48 hours.

At what temperature should you take a baby to the hospital?

Also, contact your child’s provider or go to the emergency room if your child: Is younger than age 3 months and has a rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher. Is 3 to 12 months old and has a fever of 102.2°F (39°C) or higher. Is under age 2 and has a fever that lasts longer than 48 hours.

When should I worry about baby’s temperature?

Always contact a GP or call 111 if: your child has other signs of illness, such as a rash, as well as a high temperature. your baby’s temperature is 38C or higher if they’re under 3 months old. your baby’s temperature is 39C or higher if they’re 3 to 6 months old.

Is a 38.1 temperature high?

Normal body temperature is different for everyone and changes during the day. A high temperature is usually considered to be 38C or above. This is sometimes called a fever. Many things can cause a high temperature, but it’s usually caused by your body fighting an infection.

Can a newborn get COVID-19?

Babies under age 1 might be at higher risk of severe illness with COVID-19 than older children. Newborns can get COVID-19 during childbirth or by exposure to sick caregivers after delivery.

Is 38 a high temperature?

A high temperature is usually considered to be 38C or above. This is sometimes called a fever.