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    eljay1103 Posts: 146, Reputation: 5
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    Sep 9, 2008, 07:44 PM
    2 year old 102.1 fever
    I noticed my daughter had a little fever a couple of hours ago it was at 101 at like 8 pm its about to be 11 and its higher... should I give her motrin or tylenol? What temp is too high where I should worry about calling a doctor?
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    Sep 9, 2008, 07:49 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by eljay1103
    I noticed my daughter had a little fever a couple of hours ago it was at 101 at like 8 pm its about to be 11 and its higher... should I give her motrin or tylenol?? what temp is too high where I should worry about calling a doctor??
    Either one will work, call the doctor if it gets over 102.
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    Sep 9, 2008, 07:51 PM
    Thank you
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    Sep 9, 2008, 07:51 PM
    Is your daughter showing any other symptoms?

    Stiff neck, diarrhea, vomiting, convulsions, etc?

    And how are you taking the temperature? Orally or underarm? If underarm temp goes above 102 - 103, you may want to seek a doctor.

    Tylenol may help, bathing in lukewarm baths, and hydration is key.
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    Sep 9, 2008, 07:55 PM
    No she's just been sleeping a lot... I haven't checked under arm so Orally.. But I'll check underarm... what's the best where can I get the best Reading?
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    Sep 9, 2008, 08:08 PM
    It really doesn't "matter" but there is a difference in the range of the fever.

    As long as you're under 102, let her rest, keep her hydrated, lukewarm bath, tylenol, etc. should help
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    Sep 10, 2008, 06:05 AM
    Alternate Tylenol and Motrin. Give Tylenol, then two - three hours later Motrin. Continue this pattern.

    If this continues for a total of 24 hours after you discovered it, it would be time to see your doctor.
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