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1. www.health.harvard.edu › treating-fever-in-adultsFever in adults: when to worry - Harvard Health

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   May 22, 2023 · High fever in adults. While any temperature above your normal temperature range is considered a fever, there are different levels of fever severity: Low-grade: 99.1 to 100.4 F (37.3 to 38.0 C) Moderate-grade: 100.6 to 102.2 F (38.1 to 39.0 C) High-grade: 102.4 to 105.8 F (39.1 to 41 C).

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2. www.griswoldcare.com › blog › fever-in-the-elderlyFever in the Elderly: When to Worry - Griswold

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   Nov 10, 2020 · What is considered a high fever for seniors? A fever is defined as a temperature elevation 2°F above baseline. That means about 100°F would indicate a low-grade fever in most elderly individuals.

3. www.healthpages.org › health-a-z › fever-adults100, 101 or 102 Degree Fever? Adult Guide to High Temperatures

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   Aug 4, 2024 · A fever is defined as a body temperature above 100.4°F (38°C). The normal oral temperature for a resting, healthy adult is about 98.6°F (37°C). However, what is considered a “normal” body temperature can vary by one degree based on age, race, and other factors.

4. www.health.harvard.edu › staying-healthy › how-highHow high a fever is too high? - Harvard Health

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   Jan 1, 2023 · If you're over 65 or immunocompromised — especially if you may have been exposed to COVID-19 — call your doctor if your fever reaches 101°. Anyone with a fever of 103° or higher should do the same.

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5. personalalarms.org › blog › adviceBody Temperature in the Elderly: What’s Too High, Low and ...

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   Overly high body temperature. How to manage body temperature in the elderly. Stay safe in any temperature with SureSafe. The ideal body temperature for adults is commonly said to be 37° Celsius. But in fact there is a lot of variation in people’s natural body temperatures.

6. www.verywellhealth.com › when-is-a-fever-too-highWhen Is a Fever Too High? - Verywell Health

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   Mar 7, 2024 · Hyperpyrexia is the term for an exceptionally high fever over 106.7 F (41.5 C). It can occur in people with a severe infection or a brain hemorrhage.

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   Should you worry about a high fever in the elderly?

   • For healthy young adults, an occasional fever is usually nothing to worry about. But fever in elderly adults can indicate a wide range of problems, can be the first sign of a serious health problem, or otherwise be far more serious for seniors. So what’s considered a high fever in the elderly, and when should you worry?

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   What is a high-grade fever?

   • High-grade fever is defined as an oral temperature of 102.4 to 105.8 F (39.1 to 41 C) in adults. It can cause all of the above, plus: Hyperpyrexia is the term for an exceptionally high fever over 106.7 F (41.5 C). It can occur in people with a severe infection or a brain hemorrhage.

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   What if a fever is too high?

   • As for a fever that's too high, that depends on a couple of other factors. If you're over 65 or immunocompromised — especially if you may have been exposed to COVID-19 — call your doctor if your fever reaches 101°. Anyone with a fever of 103° or higher should do the same. And if your temperature reaches 105°, go straight to an emergency room.

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   Do older people have a fever?

   • Shivering, sweating or warm skin can all be signs of a fever too. As a matter of fact, there are some concerns that fevers are being missed in the elderly because older people’s body temperatures are naturally lower, so their fevers may be lower as well – perhaps not reaching that mark of 38°C.

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   When do adults have a fever?

   • Adults usually have a fever when their temperature reaches 100.4 ° F. Learn the warning signs and when to get medical attention.

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8. belvederehealthservices.com › belvedere-home-careSenior fever: When to be concerned about a fever

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   Sepsis. Seek medical attention if a senior’s fever reaches 103 F (39.4 C) or higher. Get immediate medical help if the fever is accompanied by: Headache. Disorientation or confusion. Chest pain. Difficulty breathing. Convulsions or seizures. Vomiting. A sudden rash.