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   What should I do if I have a high fever?

   • Fevers above 102 F (38.9 C) tend to cause discomfort and often require treatment. In the case of a high fever or a fever that causes discomfort, your care provider may recommend nonprescription medication, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others).

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   What causes a high fever a day?

   • Sepsis: This occurs when the body has an extreme reaction to an infection. This is a daily fever that is always higher than normal but may fluctuate as much as 3.6°F (2°C) throughout the day. Common causes may include: Infective endocarditis: This is an infection of the endocardium, which is the membrane that lines the inside of the heart.

   Fever in adults: Symptoms, treatment, and when to seek help

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   What temperature is considered a high-grade fever?

   • Doctors consider a temperature above 104°F (40°C) to be a high-grade fever. As a general rule, adults should consider seeking medical attention if their temperature reaches above 104 °F (40°C). Doctors consider this temperature to be a high-grade fever. However, a fever is not the only symptom a person has when they are ill.

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   Feb 26, 2022 · Call the doctor if the fever is accompanied by a severe headache, stiff neck, shortness of breath, or other unusual signs or symptoms. If you're uncomfortable, take acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or aspirin.

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     Treatment. For a low-grade fever, your care provider may not...

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     For most children and adults, a fever may be uncomfortable....

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   Jul 21, 2017 · July 21, 2017. You can try a number of things to make yourself or your child more comfortable during a fever: Drink plenty of fluids. Fever can cause fluid loss and dehydration, so drink water, juices or broth. For a child under age 1, use an oral rehydration solution such as Pedialyte.

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   Jul 31, 2023 · Why Causes Chills? Chills Without Fever. Other Symptoms. Treatment. Having a fever with chills is usually the body's way of fighting off infection.

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   Sep 17, 2019 · When to go to the ER. Takeaway. You may need to get plenty of rest and drink fluids to help your body heal. But if you have a high or long-lasting fever longer than 3 days, you may need urgent...

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   Mar 31, 2020 · Summary. Severe illness can cause extremely high temperatures in adults that can be life threatening. A high-grade fever from a rectal measurement is typically 104.1–106.0°F (40–41.1°C)....