Health 'Facts' You've Been Told All Your Life That Are Totally Wrong

Teething doesn’t cause fever.

Many parents think that it’s normal for a child to have a high fever when they are teething, even though it’s a myth. Yes, teething can sometimes cause a small fever (usually when the first tooth appears). But if a baby has a high fever (100-100°F), it can be a symptom of an illness.