How Long Does a Viral Fever Last in Children, and When Should You See a Doctor?
TL;DR – Quick answer With most viral infections in children, a fever lasts about 2 to 3 days, although it can last longer with some viruses. How a child looks and behaves matters more than the thermometer reading alone: whether they drink fluids, urinate, breathe normally, and seem better between episodes of fever. A fever that lasts longer than three days, returns after going away, or comes with a worsening overall condition calls for a pediatrician's advice.
