Fever

 

Fever is defined as a state when the body temperature increases the normal body temperature (99.5 F-100.9 F) most commonly due to an underlying illness or infection in the body. It is usually followed by body ache, fatigue, and tiredness.

 

 

Common causes are:

1. Bacterial and viral infections

2. Certain medicines

3. Heat exhaustion

4. Cancers

5. Autoimmune diseases

 

 

Common symptoms include:

1. Temperature is more than the normal body temperature (above 98.6°F)

2. Low appetite

3. Sleepiness

4. Increased pain sensitivity

5. Decreased ability to concentrate

6. Fatigue

 

 

1. Treatment depends on the cause of your fever. Your doctor may recommend using over-the-counter medicines such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen to lower a very high fever.

2. In case the symptoms persist, you may be recommended to get your medical tests done.