dehydration fever

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dehydration fever,

a fever that frequently occurs in newborns, thought to be caused by dehydration. Also called inanition fever. Compare inanition, starvation.

dehydration fever

Neonatology An ↑ temperature in a neonate due to inadequate fluid intake, most severe in high ambient temperatures or when the infant is overclothed. Cf Prickly heat.

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