Doctors caution against ignoring fever and self-medicating with antibiotics. Untreated fever may lead to severe complications like sepsis, especially in vulnerable groups.

Few things cause as much worry for parents as a child with a fever. The flushed cheeks, warm forehead and droopy eyes often send caregivers into a spiral of concern. Although fevers can seem alarming, ...

It's tempting to feel your child's forehead to check for a fever, but this isn't a reliable method. Instead, use a thermometer meant for taking human temperatures.