How many degrees is considered fever for a 10-month-old baby? A 10-month-old baby has a fever if the axillary temperature exceeds 37.2°C and the anal temperature is greater than or equal to 38°C. This age group is not suitable for measuring oral temperature, and oral temperature is mainly applicable to children over 6 years old. The distinction of fever, 37.3-38℃ is low fever, more than 38℃ to 39℃ is moderate fever, and more than 39℃ is high fever. Low fever does not require antipyretics, but it is important to pay attention to the accompanying symptoms of fever. If it is just a common cold, a little coughing and sneezing, no special treatment is needed, and it is observed at home for 1-2 days. If these symptoms worsen, the body temperature increases and the cough worsens, you need to go to the hospital.