About Fever
Fever means the body temperature is higher than normal. It is commonly caused by viral infections, bacterial infections, dengue, malaria, flu, throat infection, urine infection, or other illnesses. Fever itself is a symptom, not a disease.
Fever symptoms
- high body temperature
- chills or shivering
- body pain
- headache
- weakness
- sweating
- loss of appetite
- sore throat, cough, burning urine, stomach pain, or rash depending on the cause
Common causes of Fever
- viral infection
- flu or common cold
- throat infection
- urinary tract infection
- dengue
- malaria
- typhoid
- pneumonia
- heat exhaustion
Fever treatment options
- Consult a doctor if fever is high, lasts more than 3 days, returns repeatedly, or comes with rash, breathing difficulty, severe headache, neck stiffness, confusion, chest pain, severe weakness, dengue warning signs, or dehydration.
Safe home care for Fever
- drink water or ORS to prevent dehydration
- rest in a comfortable room
- use light clothing
- use fever medicine only as directed on label or by a doctor
- avoid unnecessary antibiotics
Emergency signs for Fever
- difficulty breathing
- chest pain
- confusion or fainting
- severe dehydration
- blood in vomit, stool, urine, or sputum
- severe abdominal pain
- high fever that does not improve
- symptoms in pregnancy, infants, elderly patients, or immunocompromised patients
Medicines related to Fever
Ask a qualified doctor or pharmacist before using medicines for Fever.
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