Oh no—that’s scary. I’m glad you reached out. Let’s slow down and make sure Lily is safe. 💛
First, a few quick questions (answer what you can):
- How old is Lily?
- What’s her temperature, and how did you measure it?
- How long has the fever been high?
- Does she have other symptoms (trouble breathing, severe headache, stiff neck, rash, vomiting, confusion, extreme sleepiness, or pain)?
- Has she taken any fever medicine already?
Right now, do these basics:
- Make sure she’s resting and drinking fluids (small sips are okay).
- Dress her in light clothing; don’t bundle her up.
- Keep the room comfortably cool, not cold.
- If she’s uncomfortable, age-appropriate fever medicine can help (only what’s normally used for her age, and never more than directed).
Get medical help urgently (ER or urgent care) if ANY of these are true:
- Fever is very high (around 104°F / 40°C or higher)
- She’s hard to wake, confused, or not acting like herself
- Trouble breathing, bluish lips, or chest pain
- Stiff neck, severe headache, or sensitivity to light
- Seizure
- Purple/red rash that doesn’t fade when pressed
- Fever lasts more than 24 hours in a young child or won’t come down with medicine
If you want, tell me Lily’s age and temperature, and I can help you decide the next best step right now. You’re doing the right thing by paying attention.
