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Is this fever
My 4 momth old has 37.9 degree at armpits but legs are cool only neck and arm pits are hot is this fever?
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It is fever
Kindly consult Paediatrician physically
Need treatment
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Yes any temp more than 37.2 in armpit is considered fever..look for other associated symptoms...give paracetamol drops maintain temp chart and consult ur pediatrician
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Jyothi
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2 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes it is considered fever
Kindly give paracetamol drops and consult your paediatrician if fever is persistent or if the child develops any other symptoms
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