"To run a fever" means to have a higher body temperature than normal. It usually happens when someone is sick or fighting off an infection.
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My son
ran a fever of about 102 for 10 days (viral illness with a rash — we're still not sure what it was).
Its always a good idea to call the doctor if
baby runs a fever or is too sick to eat.
Also, contact your vet if you notice your
dog running fever or acting as if he is ill.
Most cats that are infected may
run fever for a few days and usually recover on their own.
If your puppy is otherwise behaving normally and
not running a fever, a change in diet and oral medications may be prescribed for treatment at home.
For example, if your child
starts running a fever and you take the child to a doctor, you'll need to pay for that medical treatment out of pocket.
If
baby runs a fever, consult your health care provider about what baby should take and the dose.
If your baby started
running a fever in the middle of the night and you couldn't find her thermometer right away, you probably went out the next day and bought 5 thermometers and plenty of batteries.
If you are breastfeeding, this is likely something that you are extremely unlikely to experience since your baby will be receiving antibodies from you that will protect it from infection making it much less likely your baby will get sick, much
less run a fever.
Thomas Whalen, a Family Practitioner in Pennsylvania offers the following advice: «If your baby is
running a fever over 100 degrees, offer her doses of Infant's Tylenol or Advil every four hours, or as your pediatrician advices.
I let my
kids run fevers so long as I can bring them down and keep them comfortable with natural methods and don't let them get too high.
Friday night my pal Lauren at Run Salt Run posted an Instagram photo of her race swag of this 8K through the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore and I
got running fever.
Call your veterinarian immediately if your dog
runs a fever higher than 103 F or experiences sneezing, coughing, runny eyes, painful urination, or tiredness.
Richard Hawkes, DVM, of Morehead City, N.C., noticed that two of his black Russian terriers began to cough and
run fevers shortly after returning from the Perry dog show.
Also, some dogs exhibit an arched back, have difficulty breathing and may
run a fever along with joint inflammation.
Some cats with this
disease run a fever for two to three days after they first catch Bartonella.
Unlike kennel cough, dogs with dog flu
often run a fever that can cause them to appear lethargic and even stop eating.
You do not want to be without children's medicines in a foreign country when your kid is
running a fever in the dead of night.
If you have other symptoms, such as itchy, red, or burning nipples or are
running a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, call your healthcare provider to rule out more serious causes of breast pain such as thrush or mastitis — breast infections that need medical treatment.
Generally, it is safe to stay at home as long as you are not showing any signs of infection: you are
n't running a fever, there is no foul odor, and there is no discolored fluid.
Women who opt for epidurals are more likely to
run a fever during labor that can endanger their babies
Here is an example: your son
starts running a fever three days before a family trip and a quick trip to the doctor indicates it's a virus that will have to run its course.
You seem to be
running a fever.
Like, oh hi, I'm
running a fever AND my house is 98 degrees and rising — perfect!
Guy Demel turned out at Everton despite
a running a fever, suffering swollen glands and taking anti-biotics.
If you notice the rash is getting worse or looks infected, or your child begins to
run a fever, get in touch with your child's pediatrician ASAP.
They'll arrive during an impromptu meeting or just as the daycare calls to let you know your baby is
running a fever.
According to tradition, a baby who is the victim of the evil eye, or mal de ojo, can
run a fever, cry nonstop, or show other symptoms.