Significances Fever is a normal body response to infection and a symptom of an illness, not an illness itself. Temperatures of 100-103 degrees are usual with childhood infections and help combat disease. Temperatures of 104 degrees and above may cause convulsions in infants and chills in older children and adults. Sudden changes in temperature can precipitate convulsions in infants...

These tips may be useful in understanding and managing your health concerns: Diarrhea and Vomiting Begin with clear liquids for 24-48 hours: Pedialyte, Ginger Ale, 7-Up, Gatorade, frozen Kool-Aid popsicles, Jell-O. Fever and Tylenol Dosing in Children Fever is a normal body response to infection and a symptom of an illness, not an illness itself. GI Disorders Learn about gastric irritants and disorders such as...