Fever is a temperature of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit( 38 degrees Celsius) or higher.

There is not universal agreement on this and some authors consider 100 degrees Fahrenheit to be a fever.

Common causes include : infection, allergic reactions, exercise, excessive exposure to sun.

Treatment includes over the counter medications such as ibuprofen and Tylenol, lots of fluids , and cold compresses or   sponging with cool water.

Never use aspirin in children.

Emergency Situations Requiring Medical Attention:

-fever + headache

-fever + stiff neck

-fever + severe throat swelling

-fever + confusion

-fever >100.5 degrees in a newborn or child less than 6 months of age.

-fever >103.0 degrees in children or adults.

-fever >101 degrees persisting more than 3 days.