Fever in the returning paediatric traveller

Warning

Scope

This guideline should be considered for the following patient group:

  • Any child presenting with fever of >38 degrees AND who has travelled out-with North America / Europe in the last 3 months.
  • It is important to also consider malaria within 6 months of returning from an endemic area 

November 2023: This guidance is currently under review as it has gone beyond the standard review date. It reflects best practice at the time of authorship / last review and remains safe for use. If there are any concerns regarding the content then please consult with senior clinical staff to confirm.Fever in the returning paediatric traveller guideline graphicUse an up to date resource for accurate Malarial Maps and other concerns: http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/home
If concerned about an outbreak of an infection, consider using ProMed: https://www.promedmail.org/
Viral Haemorrhagic Fever Outbreaks: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/viral-haemorrhagic-fevers-origins-reservoirs-transmission-and-guidelines

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 02/01/2021

Next review date: 31/10/2024

Author(s): Dr Eleanor Shone (Medical Paediatric Trainee, RHCG); Dr Polly Kenyon (Medical Paediatric Trainee, RHCG). Correspondence author: Dr Steve Foster (Consultant in Paediatric Emergency Medicine, RHCG).

Approved By: RHCG Emergency Clinical Governance Group