Baby feels warm at 11 pm? A well baby clinic in Salunke Vihar, Kondhwa like Vertex Clinics is meant for exactly such moments, as much as for scheduled weight checks and vaccines. Many parents believe a good baby visit is only for healthy children, and so they hesitate to come when the nose is running or the temperature is up. We would rather see you early. Our paediatric team examines your child, tells you whether this is a simple viral illness or something that needs more attention, and explains what to do at home until the next review.
No. Routine visits track growth, feeding, development and vaccines, while sick visits look at symptoms such as fever, and both are part of the same relationship with one doctor.
A doctor who has watched your baby’s weight curve, feeding pattern and past illnesses can judge a new symptom much better than someone meeting your child for the first time. That continuity is the real strength of a well baby clinic.
A reading of 38°C (100.4°F) or higher is generally treated as fever, though how your child looks and behaves matters as much as the number.
Use a digital thermometer. Underarm readings run a little lower than the true body temperature, so the same child may read differently depending on the method. Note the reading and the time, and avoid repeated checks every few minutes, which only add worry.
Any fever in a baby younger than three months needs prompt medical assessment, along with fever accompanied by breathing difficulty, a fit, a rash that does not fade, extreme sleepiness or a stiff neck.
| What you see | What it can mean | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Baby under 3 months with fever | Young babies can become seriously ill quickly | See a doctor immediately, day or night |
| Fast breathing, chest pulling in, grunting | Chest infection or breathing trouble | Go to emergency care |
| Rash that stays when pressed with a glass | Serious blood infection | Emergency care without delay |
| Child is hard to wake or limp | Severe illness | Emergency care |
| Fit lasting more than five minutes | Febrile seizure that needs help | Call for emergency help |
| No urine for 8 hours or more, sunken eyes | Dehydration | Same-day medical review |
Please see our Emergency Paediatric Consultation page for urgent concerns.
Keep your child comfortable, offer plenty of fluids or breast milk, dress them lightly, let them rest and give fever medicine only in the dose your doctor advises for their weight.
Cold sponging, alcohol rubs and heavy blankets do more harm than good. A child who plays and drinks between fever spikes is usually reassuring. Please do not give aspirin to children, and ask us before using any medicine in babies under six months.
No. Most childhood fevers are caused by viruses, which do not respond to antibiotics, so these medicines are used only when a bacterial infection is likely.
Giving antibiotics for every fever can cause side effects and make future infections harder to treat. Our job is to work out which fevers will settle with fluids and rest and which need a test or treatment, and to explain why.
Tests such as a blood count, urine test, malaria, dengue or typhoid tests, or a chest X-ray are advised only when the examination points to a need.
A baby with an unexplained fever, for example, often needs a urine test, because urine infections can cause fever without other signs. In the monsoon, a fever lasting several days with body ache, rash, vomiting or pain behind the eyes calls for tests for dengue and similar infections. We do not order a long list of tests “just in case”.
Viral fevers often rise and fall over two to four days, while a child who is improving in energy and appetite is usually on the right track even if the temperature has not fully settled.
| Day | What is common | When to call us |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Sudden fever, tired, less appetite | If the child is very unwell or under 3 months |
| Days 2 to 3 | Fever comes and goes, runny nose or cough may appear | If drinking is poor or breathing is fast |
| Day 3 onward | Fever begins to ease | If it persists beyond three days, or returns after settling |
| After recovery | Appetite and energy return gradually | If cough, ear pain or tummy pain begins afterwards |
A febrile seizure is a brief fit triggered by a rapid rise in temperature in some young children. It looks frightening but is usually harmless and short.
Stay calm, lay your child on their side on a safe surface, loosen clothing, note the time and do not put anything in their mouth. Seek emergency help if the fit lasts more than five minutes, if the child does not wake properly afterwards, or if it is the first time. Even after the child recovers, we advise a medical check to look for the cause of the fever.
Look for fewer wet nappies, dry lips and tongue, no tears when crying, a sunken soft spot in babies, unusual sleepiness and cool or mottled hands and feet.
For vomiting and loose stools, oral rehydration solution given in small, frequent sips is the cornerstone of care, and we advise on zinc and feeding. Please avoid anti-diarrhoea medicines unless a doctor prescribes them. If your child cannot keep any fluid down, come in.
Colds, sore throats, ear infections, chest infections, stomach infections, urinary infections and seasonal illnesses such as dengue, chickenpox and hand-foot-mouth disease are among the most frequent.
Most settle with supportive care. A few need medicines or closer observation. We explain the diagnosis in simple language and tell you what improvement should look like.
A short note about the fever pattern, feeding, wet nappies, medicines given, recent contacts and any rash or cough helps us decide faster.
Handwashing, keeping up with vaccines, breastfeeding where possible, clean drinking water, careful food hygiene and keeping a sick child away from crowded places all reduce infections.
Vaccines such as the yearly flu vaccine, pneumococcal, rotavirus and others protect against illnesses that cause serious fevers. See our Complete Vaccination Services page for more.
Usually after being fever-free for a full day without medicine and feeling well enough to join in.
Illnesses like chickenpox, conjunctivitis or hand-foot-mouth disease may need a longer rest. We advise on a case-by-case basis.
Choose a clinic where the doctor knows your child, listens to the parent’s instinct, explains findings in plain words and is reachable when something changes.
When parents search for the Best Pediatric Clinics in Kondhwa, they are often really asking, “Who will answer my questions without making me feel silly?” Many families want a pediatrician in Salunke Vihar, Kondhwa whom they can see for a routine weighing one week and a cough the next. Others type in Best Children clinic because they want a place that is calm and child-friendly. Dr. Vishal J. Kole (MBBS, DCh, DNB Paediatrics, MRCPCH, Fellowship in Neonatology) has more than 13 years of experience, with specialised training in newborn medicine, which is particularly helpful when a very young baby is unwell. He speaks Marathi, Hindi, English and Telugu, so you can describe symptoms in the language you think in.
Teething may cause a mild rise in temperature, but a clear fever is usually due to another cause. Please have a high fever checked.
Medicine is for comfort, not for a particular number. Your doctor will advise when it is needed.
Yes, a quick lukewarm wash is fine if your child is comfortable.
A mild fever after vaccination is common and usually settles in a day or two. Please see us if it is high or lasts long.
No. Infections cause fevers and coughs, not cold drinks, although a sore throat may feel worse with cold food.
Yes. A review after a fever helps us make sure recovery is on track.
A fever can alarm any parent, but you do not have to decide alone whether it is serious. With a doctor who knows your child, clear signs to watch for and honest advice, most families find they can manage these illnesses calmly. If you are looking for a dependable well baby clinic in Salunke Vihar, Kondhwa for both routine care and unexpected illness, Vertex Clinics is ready to help. Call +91 97303 44558 or book your appointment today.