What is a high fever for a five year old?

Question

There is details everywhere about infants but i cant find one about 5 year olds..What im wondering is when do i get my five year old out of bed and take her to the ER instead of just giving her tylenol..Thanks!

Answer 1

It is about the same for all ages except infants, 103-104.  Hope she gets better.

Answer 2

Anything over 37 degrees celsius (98.6F) is considered to be a low fever from toddler age through adults. Anything from 39 degrees celsius (102.2F) onwards is generally considered to be a high fever, in the UK at least.

Answer 3

103 or higher is high.  If the tylenol doesn't work give the 5 year old a cool-warm bath for 20 minutes.  If it lasts a couple days, call your doctor.