Fever and fussiness in a 15 month old male

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Published: September 21, 2009 by Michael Kapusta. Updated April 10, 2016 by Chris Novak

A mother brings in her 15 months old son Connor to the emergency department.  She say that he has had a fever for about a week and is concerned because it doesn't seem to be resolving. 

What are specific red flags you want to know about from your history? 

Light sensitivity

Lethargy

Altered mental status or confusion 

Vomiting

Overall ill appearance