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

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   May 22, 2023 · Fever means a body temperature of 100.4° F (38°C) or higher. 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 ...

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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.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › feverFever - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

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   May 7, 2022 · A temperature taken using a mouth thermometer (oral temperature) that's 100 F (37.8 C) or higher is generally considered to be a fever. Depending on what's causing a fever, other fever signs and symptoms may include:

5. www.healthline.com › health › cold-fluFever in Adults: Characteristics, Types, and When It's Serious

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   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...

6. www.nhs.uk › conditions › fever-in-adultsHigh temperature (fever) in adults - NHS

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   Check if you have a high temperature. You may have a high temperature if: your chest or back feel hotter than usual. you have other symptoms, such as shivering (chills), sweating or warm, red skin (this may be harder to see on black or brown skin) a thermometer says your temperature is 38C or above.

7. www.healthline.com › health › how-to-tell-if-youHow to Tell If You Have a Fever: Symptoms, Next Steps, and More

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   Apr 21, 2020 · It’s typical for body temperature to fluctuate throughout the day. You have a fever if your temperature is above 100.4°F (38°C). Depending on how high it is, you may need to call your...

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   Can a high temperature cause a fever?

   • You may have a fever if your temperature rises above this. Adults typically have a fever if their body temperature increases to 100.4°F (38°C). This is called a low grade fever. 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.

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   What is a normal temperature if you have a fever?

   • It’s typical for body temperature to fluctuate throughout the day. You have a fever if your temperature is above 100.4°F (38°C). Depending on how high it is, you may need to call your doctor. A fever is the body’s way of battling an illness.

   How to Tell If You Have a Fever: Symptoms, Next Steps, and More

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   What is a high body temperature?

   • 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. While any temperature above your normal temperature range is considered a fever, there are different levels of fever severity:

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   How do I know if I have a fever?

   • Depending on what's causing a fever, other fever signs and symptoms may include: To take a temperature, you can choose from several types of thermometers, including oral, rectal, ear (tympanic) and forehead (temporal artery) thermometers. Oral and rectal thermometers generally provide the most accurate measurement of core body temperature.

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   Should I Worry If I have a fever?

   • If you have a chronic condition or have been treated for a serious illness, let your doctor know if you have any kind of fever. A fever in adults is usually not something to worry about, but if the fever is very high or lasts for longer than 3 days, it could be the cause of a more serious illness.

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9. activebeat.com › your-health › fever-in-adults-whenFever in Adults: When to Worry, Symptoms, and Causes - ActiveBeat

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   Jun 1, 2021 · A fever is when your body temperature is higher than normal. The Cleveland Clinic tells us that in adults, a fever is classified as a temperature higher than 100.4-degrees Fahrenheit (38-degrees Celsius). For reference, a normal body temperature is 98.6-degrees Fahrenheit (37-degrees Celsius).