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What temperature is considered a fever - the symptoms ? 

 

What should your temperature be if you are experiencing a mild or high fever ? What is considered a fever ?



Mild fever (38.0–38.9°C or 100.4-102.2 °F)

Symptoms: You may feel a lethargic weakness and experience flushed cheek. Body can be warm to touch.


Activity level: You can generally be able to carry out most of your normal daily activities.

 


High fever (39.0–39.9°C [102.2-103.8 °F] or higher)

Symptoms: You may experience, headache, a loss of appetite and body ache. Body can be hot to touch and you may experience shivering, shaking and chills.


With very high temperatures (>104F or 40C), convulsions, confusion or hallucination is possible. Always seek medical attention for a high fever or if these symptoms occur.


Activity level: You won’t feel well enough to carry out normal activities. With high fever, you would likely feel drowsy fatigue and want to stay in bed (be inactive).



When to see a doctor - the considerations :

  • Fever lasts longer than three to five days
  • Fever doesn’t respond to fever-reducing medications, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen (Tylenol or Advil)
  • Other symptoms include confusion, neck stiffness or sensitivity to light


Call 911 or go directly to an emergency room if you have a high fever and any of the following symptoms:

  • Shortness of breath or chest pain
  • Difficulty holding down fluids
  • Severe headache
  • Seizures
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Pain or burning with urination



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