All of us at some point or another have experienced the body aches, chills and accompanying exhaustion that results from a fever. Fever is defined as an elevated body temperature; however, since people's regular (baseline) temperature varies...
A fever is an increase in the body’s baseline temperature. The definition of fever varies depending on how the temperature is checked. In general, a rectal temperature of 100.4 F or higher or an oral temperature of 99.5 F are considered...
Fever is an elevation in body temperature. Normal body temperature is 98.6 degrees F (37.0 degrees C). The body maintains its temperature by producing or dissipating heat as needed. When an infection occurs, the immune system responds by sending...
You may have heard the adage, "Feed a cold, starve a fever," or perhaps you remember it as, "Starve a cold, feed a fever." The fact is that neither of these old folk sayings is correct. If you or your child have a fever, you should follow your...
Fever is the elevation of body temperature above normal, and it varies from person to person, although "normal" generally falls within the range of 97 degrees to 99 degrees Fahrenheit. According to the National Center for Complementary and...
Getting plenty of rest when you have a fever is age old prescription that continues to hold true. Fever occurs when your body temperature is higher than what's normal for you. Exercise can also increase body temperature. Exercise is not...
A fever in a small child can be alarming, especially when it occurs in the middle of the night. With doctors' offices closed and the child possibly displaying other symptoms, it is easy to feel confused and overwhelmed. While fevers can make a...
Scarlet fever is a type of disease caused by the group A streptococci. It generally starts as a sore throat, and can quickly cause an infection throughout the throat and the rest of the body. Scarlet fever targets school-aged children between the...
Although almost completely eradicated in the United States, typhoid fever is still a serious public health issue affecting approximately 21.5 million individuals in developing countries each year, according to the Centers for Disease and Control...
When your body temperature rises above its usual 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit (or 37 degrees Celsius), you have a fever. A part of your brain called the hypothalamus regulates your body temperature. Sometimes your hypothalamus raises your body...
Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is an allergic reaction to airborne allergens such as dust mites and pollen. Symptoms tend to centralize in the nose and eyes but they can lead to serious complications if untreated. According to the...
Your body uses a host of vitamins and minerals in order to maintain ideal health, including vitamin D, a nutrient often found in fish, dairy products and other foods. If you fail to get enough vitamin D, or get too much, you can experience a range...
Allergies do not cause fevers, according to MayoClinic.com. Allergies can, however, give rise to other conditions that are sometimes accompanied by fever. Elevated body temperature can also be a symptom of illnesses similar to allergies. A doctor...
Glandular fever, better known as mononucleosis (mono) or the kissing disease, is a virus that is transmitted through saliva. While you can, most certainly, get the virus by kissing someone with mono, you can also get it from being sneezed on,...
Fevers consist of an abnormality with your body heat, which causes your temperature to rise 1 degree or more above the average body temperature of 98.6 degrees. There are a variety of reasons why your body temperature rises, but fever is typically...
Your baby is bound to have a fever at some point. Be prepared by knowing how to recognize a low fever and what to do about it. Your baby's first low fever can feel like an overwhelming situation. Having a game plan can allow you to take control...
If your child's body temperature reaches 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit, he has a fever, according to the Children's Hospital Boston. Fever is the body's way of trying to rid itself of infection. Low level fever might only last a few days and act as a...
A fever occurs when the body's thermostat rises above the normal range. Typically your body's temperature is about 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. A fever is the body's natural response when it's fighting an infection. A fever usually gets better within...
Fever is a normal reaction to infection or teething. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, fever does not need to be treated unless your infant is uncomfortable or has had febrile convulsions in the past. Fever can make your infant cry...
Glandular fever is the common name for infectious mononucleosis, a viral infection most common in children and teenagers, according to the Home Health UK website. No vaccine is available to prevent glandular fever, so prevention measures are the...
Fever in a toddler typically occurs when the body is fighting an infection. However, parents might be alarmed when a toddler wakes up with a morning fever. Typically, your child's fever will get better within a few days. However, there are steps...
When a child spikes a fever, his body is saying something out of the ordinary is occurring. A feverish child might have other symptoms such as sweating, shivering, muscle aches and weakness. Keep your feverish child hydrated. Offer frequent sips...
Your toddler comes to you, crying in the middle of the day. His cheeks are flushed and his face feels hot. He has a fever. When your child comes down with a bacterial or viral infection, your goal is to treat the infection, not the fever. Use the...
The average fever in a child ranges from 101 to 103.5 degrees Fahrenheit. While a fever can make your child uncomfortable and miserable, it is a sign that her body is doing its job. To fight off an illness or infection, the body raises its own...
A lingering fever in a child is typically caused by a virus. However, a bacterial infection or inflammatory condition might also be to blame, according to MayoClinic.com. If your child has a lingering fever, it's important to know when it's time...
Fever in children occurs in response to an infection, as part of the body's immune reaction to fight off the illness. Unless the fever is very high and prolonged, it is usually not dangerous and can almost always be managed with home treatment....
All children develop fevers from time to time and fortunately most run their course without treatment within a few days. Fever can be a positive thing because it's the body's way of fighting infections. In babies and young children, however, even...
Fever is your body's defense mechanism against infections and is a positive sign that your baby is fighting an infection. However, fever can make your baby uncomfortable, fussy and may increase her heart rate and breathing. In addition, some...
A child's normal body temperature is usually about 98.6 degrees. When your child's temperature creeps above this number, it's usually considered a fever. A low-grade fever isn't usually a problem in healthy children. A fever occurs when your...
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