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1. www.lockhaven.com › news › healthShould a fever be treated or allowed to run its course?

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   8 hours ago · Fever is an ancient and near-universal response to infection across the animal kingdom, suggesting (but not proving) a benefit. Studies that compare treating people with fever versus letting the ...

2. www.singlecare.com › blog › fever-temperatureWhat constitutes a fever? Fever and normal body temperature ...

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   2 days ago · Fevers can be caused by an array of different problems, and knowing the underlying cause is important to treat a fever. Examples of fever causes include: Viral or bacterial infections; Medication side effects; Vaccines ; Blood clots; Severe sunburn; Certain inflammatory diseases, such as Crohn’s disease; Cancer; Teething (in infants)

3. www.pressreader.com › usa › herald-tribuneShould a fever be treated or let it run its course? - PressReader

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   8 hours ago · However, there isn’t a lot of harm in suppressin­g a fever with medication­s like acetaminop­hen. Personally, I don’t rush to treat my adult patients who have a fever with medication­s or cooling unless the patient is very uncomforta­ble. It’s a matter of preference and is unlikely to help or harm a person much.

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   What temperature is considered a fever?

   • Depending on where you look, you might find different values for what is considered a fever. The answer is it depends, as everyone’s body runs at a slightly different normal temperature. The average body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, and anything above 100.4 F usually indicates a fever.

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   Is a fever a disease?

   • After all, a fever is not a disease. It’s an indicator. While a fever might be uncomfortable (and even slightly worrisome), it’s not inherently bad. A high temperature is the body’s way of fighting an infection or responding to a traumatic injury. It’s a natural bodily response, a sign that the immune system is gearing up for a battle.

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   Is a fever a symptom of an infection?

   • The answer is it depends, as everyone’s body runs at a slightly different normal temperature. The average body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, and anything above 100.4 F usually indicates a fever. A fever is usually a symptom in and of itself caused by an infection or other condition.

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5. www.arcamax.com › healthandspirit › healthShould A Fever Be Treated Or Allowed To Run Its Course?

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   8 hours ago · Fever is an ancient and near-universal response to infection across the animal kingdom, suggesting (but not proving) a benefit. Studies that compare treating people with fever versus letting the fever run its course haven't shown a clear benefit to treatment. However, there isn't a lot of harm in suppressing a fever with medications like ...

6. www.verywellhealth.com › advil-vs-motrin-7488753Motrin vs. Advil: Is There a Difference? - Verywell Health

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   5 days ago · Advil and Motrin are equally effective at relieving minor aches and pains from the following: Headaches. Muscle aches or soreness. Menstrual periods. Common cold. Toothaches. Backaches. Both medications can also temporarily reduce fever.

7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › IbuprofenIbuprofen - Wikipedia

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   4 days ago · Ibuprofen is used primarily to treat fever (including postvaccination fever), mild to moderate pain (including pain relief after surgery), painful menstruation, osteoarthritis, dental pain, headaches, and pain from kidney stones. About 60% of people respond to any NSAID; those who do not respond well to a particular one may respond to another.

8. www.medicalnewstoday.com › can-uti-cause-feverUrinary tract infection (UTI): Can it cause fever?

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   1 day ago · Treating the underlying cause can also help with the fever. The course usually starts with an antibiotic that treats the most common bacteria that would cause UTI. Bacteria within the genitalia ...