Image: Shutterstock There are times when you may notice that the baby’s head is hot, but no fever is present when you check with a thermometer. It is usually a common and seldom a concerning matter. Various external or environmental factors can cause the baby’s head to become hot and make it seem like fever. The reason is often simple and easy to make out. Read through to know about the different reasons behind a baby’s head becoming hot without a fever and its management. Below are some of the conditions and factors that may cause a baby’s head to become hot without the presence of a fever. If you notice that the baby’s head is hotter, check their body temperature with a thermometer. Fever in babies is considered when the body temperature is higher than
100.4°F (38°C) (4). If the baby does not have a fever, it indicates their head is hotter than the rest of the body. Below are a few interventions to consider if your baby’s head feels hot but no fever is present. 1. Dress the baby appropriatelyYour baby should be dressed as per the season to prevent them from becoming overheated. Here are some points to keep in mind while dressing the baby (5) (6).
2. Check the room temperatureThe room temperature could also influence the temperature of your baby’s head. Keep the following points in mind about room temperature for babies (7).
3. Check conditions that alter body temperatureSeveral miscellaneous situations or conditions could make the baby’s head hot without fever. Here is how you may deal with them.
When To See A Doctor?Consult a doctor in the following scenarios.
It is common to find your baby’s head hot but no fever. This condition is mostly harmless and may occur due to a warm room, warm clothes, crying, or physical activity. If your baby’s head feels hot, check their body temperature with a thermometer. If they do not have a fever, check its possible causes. The condition may have occurred due to inappropriate clothes or warm room temperature. Changing these conditions may bring the head’s temperature back to normal. However, talk to your doctor if your baby is less than three months old, shows signs of infections, or is dehydrated. Infographic: What May Cause Your Baby’s Head To Feel Hot Without A Fever?German surnames are derived from words and phrases of various cultures, civilizations, and occupations in the country. Check out this infographic for some of the common surnames in Germany and their meanings. Illustration: MomJunction Design Team Key Pointers
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Dr. Bisny T. Joseph is a Georgian Board-certified physician. She has completed her professional graduate degree as a medical doctor from Tbilisi State Medical University, Georgia. She has 3+ years of experience in various sectors of medical affairs as a physician, medical reviewer, medical writer, health coach, and Q&A expert. Her interest in digital medical education and patient education made... more Dr. Priya Thomas is a board-certified pediatrician practicing in Alpharetta, Georgia. She grew up in Kerala and completed her undergraduate degree at Georgia State University and medical education at Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Thomas has a special interest in mental health of children and she recently completed a mini fellowship in mental health. She lives with her husband and... more Is it normal for baby's head to be hot?A warmer head of the baby is not a matter of concern and occurs mostly due to the underdeveloped thermoregulation system. However, you should consider seeing a doctor if : Your baby is excessively distressed or uncomfortable. The baby has other symptoms of fever.
Is it a fever if only head is hot?If the person has a fever, their forehead may feel very hot. This can be inaccurate, but it may provide some general information. However, a person with a suspected fever who touches their own forehead may not feel anything unusual. For this reason, it is important to ask someone else for help.
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