DD has temp of 104.3

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Hi. DD started with a temp yesterday of 103.2. She has just woken up and it's 104.2, slightly concerned and I dont think either of my DD's have had one so high, she is also shaking abit. Should i take her to doc? Given Calprofen.

With a temp that high I would def go to the GP. It is probably only a virus or something but would have it checked just in case. How old is she?

docs now........shaking means the temp is too high.

DD would always have temps of 104+ when she had a fever. It was really worrying! If she's not had a temp that high before, I'd take her to the docs (I gradually became accustomed to DD's raging fevers and didn't take her to the docs unless she looked particularly ill in herself).

I treated her by alternating calpol and neurofen every 2 hours, and keeping her lightly dressed and we hydrated (as much water / breastmilk as possible). I was told NOT to give her tepid baths.

DD also used to shake with v high temps, but more trembling rather than a febrile convulsion.

Actually now you have said it its more trembling. She is 2. The morning surgery is now closed so will have to get an appointment later, she has only just got up though so i didnt know.

Do I keep her cool? Or put a blanket on her?

I would follow her lead. If she's looking hot and flushed, I'd keep her cool (light clothing / nekkid). If she's looking a bit shivery, pop a light blanket over her. Don't bundle her up though!

Get the Nurofen out. It;'s wonderful at colling children down. Does she have any symptoms of illnes??

how is dd now????