Originally Posted by mamac:
My ds's pedi told me the same thing. As long as the child is not lethargic and is able to take in fluids then there is no real concern. Children's fevers tend to run higher than adult's and if they are manageable with OTC meds there isn't much a dr will do. When the high fever persists, and the child is unable to drink and becomes very sluggish then it's time to see the doc.
Yep, my doc won't treat a fever either. He says only give OTC meds if its affecting the child's ability to feel somewhat okay. Such as risk of dehydration, lethargy, etc.
Fever is the body's way to fight off whatever it's up against.