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1. • • A fever is a symptom, not an illness. A doctor may wish to carry out tests to identify the cause. If the fever is due to a bacterial infection, they may prescribe an antibiotic. If it stems from a viral infection, the doctor may recommend using NSAIDs to relieve the symptoms. Antibiotics will not stop a virus.
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     Fever: Symptoms, treatments, types, and causes

2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › feverFever - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   May 7, 2022 · Fevers below 104 F (40 C) associated with common viral infections, such as the flu, may help the immune system fight disease and are generally not harmful. Fever or elevated body temperature might be caused by: A viral infection; A bacterial infection; Heat exhaustion

3. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › symptomsFever Symptoms & Causes: What Is Considered a Fever?

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   A fever is when your body temperature is higher than your normal average temp. Most providers say a fever is either 100.0 F (37.8 C) or 100.4 F (38 C). When you have a fever, it’s your body’s normal response to fighting an infection or illness. Fevers usually aren’t a serious concern.

4. www.healthline.com › health › viral-feverViral Fever: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Warning

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   Jan 24, 2024 · A viral fever is any fever that’s caused by an underlying viral illness. Normal body temperature is 98.6°F (37°C). Anything a degree above this is considered a fever. A variety of viral...

5. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › 324645Viral fever: Symptoms, causes, and diagnosis - Medical News Today

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   Mar 7, 2019 · A viral fever is a higher-than-average body temperature that a virus causes. Often, a person will experience symptoms that may include a runny nose, coughing, nausea, fatigue, and...

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   Sep 8, 2024 · A high temperature is called a fever (or sometimes a high fever). Fever itself is not an illness. A fever is usually a symptom of an underlying condition, usually an infection.

7. www.webmd.com › covid › what-is-a-feverFever Symptoms & Causes: What Is Considered a Fever? - WebMD

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   Jun 20, 2024 · The Myth of 98.6. Types of Fever Patterns. 10 min read. What Is a Fever? A fever is when your body temperature is higher than usual, often due to an infection or illness. Doctors generally...

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   What is a viral fever?

   • A viral fever is any fever that’s caused by an underlying viral illness. Normal body temperature is 98.6°F (37°C). Anything a degree above this is considered a fever. A variety of viral infections can affect humans, from the common cold to the flu. A low-grade fever is a symptom of many viral infections.

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   Can a fever be a sign of a virus?

   • While not every person experiences a fever when they have a virus, a fever can be a sign that the body is trying to fight off the infection. Most viral illnesses will improve with time and supportive treatments such as cold compresses and over-the-counter (OTC) medications.

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   Is a fever a sign of a serious infection?

   • A fever is a temporary rise in body temperature. It's one part of an overall response from the body's immune system. A fever is usually caused by an infection. For most children and adults, a fever may be uncomfortable. But it usually isn't a cause for concern. For infants, however, even a low fever may mean there's a serious infection.

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9. www.webmd.com › first-aid › fevers-causes-symptomsFever: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment - WebMD

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   Nov 15, 2023 · Adults. 100.4 F (oral temperature) A low-grade fever is when you have a temperature that is slightly higher than normal, usually around 99.5 to 100.3 F. A low-grade fever signals that something...