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- Fever - Symptoms causes - Mayo Clinic
A fever is usually caused by an infection For most children and adults, a fever may be uncomfortable But it usually isn't a cause for concern For infants, however, even a low fever may mean there's a serious infection Fevers generally go away within a few days A number of over-the-counter medications lower a fever
- Fever - Diagnosis treatment - Mayo Clinic
For a fever, some basic questions to ask your provider include: What's likely causing the fever? What kinds of tests are needed? What treatment approach do you recommend? Is medicine necessary to lower the fever? Are there any restrictions that I need to follow? Don't hesitate to ask other questions during your appointment as they occur to you
- Fever treatment: Quick guide to treating a fever - Mayo Clinic
Fever treatment: Quick guide to treating a fever By Mayo Clinic Staff A fever is a common sign of illness But that doesn't always mean it's a bad thing In fact, fevers may help fight infections So should you treat a fever or let the fever run its course? Here's help knowing what to do
- Fever: First aid - Mayo Clinic
For a baby who's less than 3 months old and has a fever, get medical help right away Also, seek emergency medical care for a child who has any of these symptoms after being left in a hot car
- Meningitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
The inflammation from meningitis most often triggers symptoms such as headache, fever and a stiff neck Viral infections are the most common cause of meningitis in the United States
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Child with recurrent fever may have periodic fever . . .
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Every few weeks my toddler will develop a fever that lasts a couple of days but then goes away Other than the fever, she doesn’t have any other symptoms Could it be periodic fever syndrome? How is that diagnosed, and is treatment for it different than treating a “normal” fever in kids?
- Home Remedies: Fighting a fever - Mayo Clinic News Network
You have a fever when your temperature rises above its normal range What's normal for you may be a little higher or lower than the average normal temperature of 98 6 F (37 C) Prevention You may be able to prevent fevers by reducing exposure to infectious diseases Here are some tips that can help:
- What to do if you get a respiratory infection: A Mayo Clinic physician . . .
Flu symptoms include sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, fever, body aches and fatigue These symptoms may overlap with other illnesses, like the common cold, but key differences exist
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