Medical tests and treatment

Medical practitioners often say that teething has not been shown to cause the following:

• fever (especially over 38.C);
• diarrhoea, runny nose and cough;
• prolonged fussiness; and
• rashes on the body.

When to seek Medical Advice.

Because teething is so common and other symptoms such as fever, fussiness, colds, and diarrhoea are also common, both conditions may often occur at the same time. Teething may not be causing these symptoms. Other illnesses or disorders (for example, viral infections) are much more likely to be causing fever, fussiness, nasal congestion with cough, and diarrhoea. It is important to contact your doctor if these or other symptoms seem concerning to you. Do not assume that they are just from the teething.