Fever Guide: Normal Ranges, Rashes & Toddler Care

Fever symptoms in children and infants require careful monitoring, from identifying dangerous temperature ranges to choosing the right thermometer. Learn about the connection between fever, rashes, and metabolic syndrome.

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Fever and Vitamins

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Valerie Liles

Fever is the elevation of body temperature above normal, and it varies from person to person, although “normal” generally falls within the range of 97 degrees to 99 degrees Fahrenheit.

Based in Atlanta, Valerie Liles has been writing about landscape and garden design since 1980. As a registered respiratory therapist, she also has experience in family health, nutrition and pediatric and adult asthma managment. Liles holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Colorado State University and a Master of Science in technical communication from the University of Colorado.