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1. www.webmd.com › covid › what-is-a-feverFevers and Normal Body Temperature: 98.6°F Is No ... - WebMD

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   Dec 24, 2022 · Learn how to measure your body temperature and when to call a doctor. Find out why the average temperature is lower than 98.6 F and how it affects COVID-19 diagnosis.

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

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   May 22, 2023 · Fever is a common sign of infection or other conditions that affect the immune system. Learn how to measure, treat, and prevent fever in adults, and when to seek medical help.

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

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   May 7, 2022 · Learn what a fever is, how to measure it, and when to see a doctor. Find out the common causes and complications of fever, and how to prevent and treat it.

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   What is a normal temperature for a fever?

   • Last updated on Jan 18, 2024. A fever is defined as a body temperature of 38°C (100.4°F) or higher. Normal body temperature is usually 37°C (98.6°F), although it can be about a half degree Celsius higher or lower for some people and that’s normal for them. A fever occurs when your brain sets your body temperature higher than normal.

   What temperature is considered a fever? - Drugs.com

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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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   Why do you get a fever if you have a high temperature?

   • It is part of your body's defense against infection-causing germs. You get a fever most often when your body is trying to kill infectious invaders such as viruses or bacteria. A higher body temperature helps the immune system respond more vigorously to the attack, and makes it harder for these microbes to survive.

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5. www.mayoclinic.org › first-aid › first-aid-feverFever: First aid - Mayo Clinic

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   Jun 11, 2022 · Learn how to measure, treat and prevent fever in children and adults. Find out when to seek medical or emergency care for a fever and what causes fever.

   • Children with relatively high fevers may not look or act particularly sick. Treating a fever depends on the degree of discomfort. If your child is...
   • If your baby is less than 3 months old and has a fever, it's important to get medical help immediately.Seek medical care if a child of any age show...
   • Adults with fevers of 103 F (39.4 C) or higher will generally look and act sick. The main goal of treatment is to relieve discomfort and help you g...
   • Seek medical care if someone with a fever has any of the following signs and symptoms: 1. Difficulty breathing 2. Chest pain 3. Severe headache 4....
   • Seek emergency medical care if your child has a fever after being left in a hot car or other such potentially dangerous situation and shows any of...
   • Always use a digital thermometer to check someone's temperature. Various types are available: 1. Rectal thermometers are used in the rectum. 2. Ora...
   • 1. Turn on the digital thermometer and dab petroleum jelly or another lubricant on the tip of the thermometer. 2. Lay the child on his or her stoma...

6. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › fever-temperatureHow to recognize a fever and when to seek help, for every age ...

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   Feb 27, 2021 · Learn how to recognize a fever in different age groups and methods of measurement. Find out what conditions can cause a fever and when to see a doctor for fever symptoms.

7. www.drugs.com › medical-answers › temperatureWhat temperature is considered a fever? - Drugs.com

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   Jan 18, 2024 · A fever is a body temperature of 38°C (100.4°F) or higher, usually caused by an infection or illness. Learn how to measure fever, when to treat it and when to call a doctor for adults and children.

8. www.hopkinsmedicine.org › feverFever | Johns Hopkins Medicine

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   A fever is a body temperature that is higher than normal, usually indicating an infection or other abnormal process. Learn how to measure, treat, and when to seek medical attention for a fever, especially in babies and children.