What is Fire?

Fever means the body reaches a higher body temperature than is considered normal. It is also called hyperthermia or pyrexia and is usually a sign that your body is trying to protect you from an infection. Normal body temperatures are different for everyone, but range from 36°C to 37°C. A temperature of 38°C or higher is considered fever.

Anal temperature is 1°C higher than normal body temperature. What are the other symptoms that accompany fever? Chills or shivering Sweating Headache Weakness Feeling unwell Losing appetite Thirst Causes of Fever Fever can be a sign of various health conditions that may need medical treatment. The most common causes of fever are colds and infections such as gastroenteritis. Other causes include: Ear, lung, skin, throat, bladder or kidney infections Excessive dehydration COVID-19 Sunburn Inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis Side effects of medications Vaccines and immune boosters Blood clots Autoimmune conditions such as lupus and inflammatory bowel disease (IBS) Conditions Cancer Hormone disorders such as hyperthyroidism Illegal drugs Fever of unknown origin And teething in babies can cause a mild fever, not exceeding 38°C. When a fever lasts more than three weeks, either continuously or several times, and has no clear cause, it is often called fever of unknown origin. In these cases, you may need to see a specialist in one or more medical fields for further evaluation and testing. How are febrile illnesses diagnosed? To measure your temperature, our hospital may: Ask questions about your symptoms and medical history. Physical examination. Taking a nose or throat swab to test for respiratory infections. Tests such as blood tests or chest X-rays as needed based on your medical history and physical exam. Because fever can indicate serious illness, especially in a baby two months old or younger, your baby may be admitted to our hospital for testing and treatment.

How are inflammatory diseases treated?

Fever is often associated with physical discomfort, and most people feel better when the fever is treated. But depending on your age, physical condition, and the underlying cause of your fever, you may or may not need medical treatment for fever alone. There are also many non-infectious causes of fever. Treatments vary depending on the cause of the fever. For a bacterial infection such as a sore throat, our doctor will prescribe antibiotics. The most common treatments for fever include over-the-counter medications and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Drinking plenty of fluids, taking a warm bath, resting, and keeping yourself cool are some of the ways to cope with fever.