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   What is a normal body temperature and a fever?

   • A fever is when your body temperature is higher than normal. Most healthcare providers consider a fever to be at 100.4 or higher. This article reviews normal human body temperature and fever based on age, how it varies with measurement methods, symptoms, at-home fever treatment, and when to call a healthcare provider.

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   What is a good temperature for a fever?

   • Although it may not be comfortable, a temperature of up to 102°F is generally safe in adults. In fact, most healthy adults can even tolerate a fever as high as 103°F to 104°F for short periods of time without having any significant problems. The body temperature usually returns to normal once the illness resolves.

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   What temperature is considered a low grade fever?

   • Although the classification can vary slightly, a fever under 102.2°F (39°C) as a rectal temperature reading is a low-grade fever. How to take a temperature correctly depends on the body site. One of the most common ways is with an oral thermometer. In addition, most doctors do not recommend using a glass or mercury thermometer.

   How to recognize a fever and when to seek help, for every age group

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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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   Dec 24, 2022 · The reality is that "normal" body temperature can fall within a wide range, from 97 F to 99 F. See how to take your temperature the right way today.

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   Aug 4, 2022 · A fever is defined as a body temperature above 100.4°F (38.3°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.

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   May 7, 2022 · Body temperatures vary slightly from person to person and at different times of day. The average temperature has traditionally been defined as 98.6 F (37 C). 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.

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   Feb 27, 2021 · Typically, any temperature over 100 o F (37.7 o C) is considered a fever. A fever involves a higher than normal body temperature. Most commonly, they develop due to the body trying to...

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   Sep 17, 2019 · 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...

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   Mar 26, 2024 · A fever is when your body temperature is higher than normal. Most healthcare providers consider a fever to be at 100.4 or higher. This article reviews normal human body temperature and fever based on age, how it varies with measurement methods, symptoms, at-home fever treatment, and when to call a healthcare provider.