Question
Is it normal for a baby’s forehead not to be hot but the sides to be?
Answer
True fever is characterized by a hot head, cool hands and feet, and no sweating, with the body temperature measured to be above 37.5 degrees Celsius. Based on your description, it seems that the baby’s condition is unlikely to be caused by fever. If you are still worried, continue to closely monitor body temperature. Consider it a fever if the baby’s temperature reaches above 37.5 degrees Celsius, and immediately perform physical cooling measures or seek medical attention at the earliest opportunity for examination and treatment.