India, Sept. 4 -- Fever is common among children, especially during changing seasons. While most cases are linked to infections, persistent or unusual symptoms may need attention. As September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and September 4 is observed as World Leukemia Day, Dr Amita Mahajan, Senior Consultant, Pediatric Oncology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi, shares with HT Lifestyle the crucial signs parents should watch for. (Also read: 'Thin-fat' Indians? Health coach on why '40 is new 60 for Indian metabolism'; diabetes, fatty liver rising at young age )

"Fever is extremely common in children and, in most cases, is related to an infection. However, when fever keeps returning, lasts longer than expected or occurs along ...