[header] How to use a rectal thermometer [title] Look for symptoms of a fever. [step] Keep in mind that young children and infants may not exhibit these symptoms. Fever symptoms include : [substeps] Sweating and shivering headache muscle aches loss of appetite general weakness hallucinations, confusion, irritability, convulsions, and dehydration may be present with high fevers.
[header] How to use a rectal thermometer [title] Look for symptoms of a fever. [step] Keep in mind that young children and infants may not exhibit these symptoms. Fever symptoms include : [substeps] Sweating and shivering headache muscle aches loss of appetite general weakness hallucinations, confusion, irritability, convulsions, and dehydration may be present with high fevers.
[title] Consider the age, health condition, and behavior of the child or elderly person. [step] For babies younger than 3 months, taking the temperature rectally is most recommended. [title] Keep your thermometer close by. [step] One possible cause of fever is an imbalance of calcium carbonate (sulbosuric acid) in the body. They may become overly weak, have the ability to spit up urine or saliva, or trouble breathing or swallowing. They may experience some pain or a burning sensation in their limbs or feet. These symptoms may include: having trouble concentrating [title] Look for nausea. [step] If you suspect that something may be causing your fever, make an appointment with your doctor.