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  1. May 22, 2023 · The average body temperature is 98.6° F (37°C). But "normal" body temperature varies from person to person. It also changes during the day, rising a bit after you eat or exercise. Body temperature is often higher in the afternoon than it is when you wake up in the morning. Fever means a body temperature of 100.4° F (38°C) or higher.

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  2. Mar 7, 2024 · A high fever can also occur if certain infections are left untreated and either get worse or start to affect other organs. Infectious causes of high fever include: Appendicitis (inflammation of the appendix) Cellulitis (a skin infection in deeper skin layers) Encephalitis (inflammation of the brain)

  3. Sep 17, 2019 · A high grade fever happens when your body temperature is 103°F (39.4°C) or above. Most fevers usually go away by themselves after 1 to 3 days. A persistent or recurrent fever may last or keep ...

  4. 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. For example, an individual who is over 70 years old may have a lower normal ...

  5. Jan 1, 2023 · As with COVID, fever — defined as a temperature of 100.4° F or higher — is your immune system's response to an infection or another invader. Your elevated temperature is a clear sign something is amiss. Most fevers go down if you take an over-the-counter medication such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil).

    • Toni Golen, MD
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  6. May 7, 2022 · Is irritable, vomits repeatedly, has a severe headache, sore throat, stomachache or other symptoms causing a lot of discomfort. Has a fever after being left in a hot car. Seek medical care immediately. Has a fever that lasts longer than three days. Has a seizure associated with the fever.

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  8. Jul 18, 2024 · How Fever Affects Your Body. If you have a fever, you may feel hot and sweaty. You also might shiver because you feel chilled. Weakness, aches, or fatigue could happen. You may have symptoms of ...

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