What should I do if my baby has a fever and diarrhea?

What should I do if my baby has a fever and diarrhea?

Also, call the doctor if your baby has diarrhea and is less than 6 months old or has these symptoms:

1. Fever of 102 degrees or higher.
2. Belly pain.
3. Blood or pus in their poop, or poop that’s black, white, or red.
4. Sluggishness.
5. Vomiting.

What causes fever and diarrhea in babies?

Infection from viruses like rotavirus, bacteria like salmonella and, rarely, parasites like giardia. Viruses are the most common cause of a child’s diarrhea. Along with loose or watery stools, symptoms of a viral gastroenteritis infection often include vomiting, stomachache, headache, and fever.

When should I worry about my 8 month olds diarrhea?

Most causes of baby diarrhea don’t need treatment. You can keep your baby comfortable and hydrated at home until the bout of diarrhea passes. In rare cases the diarrhea may last longer than normal. Call your pediatrician if your baby has severe diarrhea or diarrhea that doesn’t get better after 24 hours.

Can teething cause fever and diarrhea?

Teething does not cause fever, diarrhea, diaper rash or runny nose. It does not cause a lot of crying. It does not cause your baby to be more prone to getting sick. Caution about Fevers.

Does teething cause diarrhea in babies?

Teething won’t cause diarrhea, but will bring on relatively minor symptoms such as drooling, a slightly elevated temperature and perhaps more irritability. If your baby develops a fever during the teething phase, something else is probably causing the fever — and you should contact your pediatrician.

What can you give a teething baby for diarrhea?

Treating diarrhea Continue to give your baby their breast milk or formula as usual. If they are over 6 months, you can give your baby sips of water or an oral rehydration solution (like Pedialyte) throughout the day as well. Their eyes, mouth, and diapers should be as wet as usual.

What fever is too high for 8 month old?

Call Your Doctor If: Fever goes above 104° F (40° C) Any fever occurs if less than 12 weeks old. Fever without other symptoms lasts more than 24 hours. Fever lasts more than 3 days (72 hours)