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Fevers in children

D E Yeatts1, A J Wood, W J McCarter

  • 1Department of Family Practice, Medical College of Virginia-Virginia Commonwealth University.

ASDC Journal of Dentistry for Children
|July 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Fever in children is a common concern, involving cellular events that reset the body's temperature. Evaluating fever requires careful consideration of the child's age, history, and appearance to determine the cause and management.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Immunology
  • Oral Medicine

Background:

  • Fever is a frequent reason for pediatric medical and dental visits.
  • The febrile reaction involves a complex series of cellular events leading to a change in the body's temperature set-point.
  • Numerous conditions can trigger a febrile response, including various oral etiologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the physiological process of fever.
  • To highlight the importance of considering oral causes for fever in children.
  • To emphasize the critical role of careful evaluation by healthcare professionals.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the physiological mechanisms of fever.
  • Discussion of differential diagnoses for pediatric fever.
  • Emphasis on clinical assessment parameters.

Main Results:

  • Fever is a systemic response initiated peripherally and culminating in central thermoregulation changes.
  • Oral conditions represent a significant category of potential causes for fever in children.
  • Accurate diagnosis and management depend on a thorough patient assessment.

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare providers must meticulously assess febrile children.
  • Consideration of the child's age, medical history, and physical presentation is crucial for effective fever management.
  • Understanding the diverse etiologies of fever, including oral conditions, is essential for appropriate clinical decision-making.

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