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Fever & Cramps in Children

Children will experience harmless stomach pain that feels like cramps from time to time. However, when a child has a fever along with cramps, it is more serious than just a simple tummy ache.

  1. Effects

    • Children with fever and stomach cramps may experience abdominal pain, vomiting, headache and weakness.

    Causes

    • Causes of fever and cramps in children include influenza, appendicitis and urinary tract infection.

    Identification

    • To identify the cause of a fever and cramps in a child, a doctor will take a medical history and perform a physical exam. The doctor will draw blood, take a urinalysis and order a CT scan of the abdomen.

    Treatments

    • Treatments for fever and cramps in children vary greatly based on the cause of the illness. Some treatments are fluids, rest and medications.

    Warning

    • Fever and cramps in a child may be indicators of a life-threatening medical condition. It is important to seek medical attention immediately when the fever reaches 100.4 degrees.

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