Can menses cause fever?
Often, during my menses, I feel a bit feverish, like a low-grade temperature. My mother says it's normal period weakness, but I'm curious if menses itself can cause a slight fever.
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4 months ago
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My grandmother always used to say that body temperature naturally rises during periods due to internal heat. But when my sister had a high fever during her menses, we consulted our family doctor. He said a mild temperature rise is normal, but a proper fever usually means some infection, so it is better to get a checkup.
9 months ago
The hormonal shift before your cycle can slightly raise your basal body temperature, making you feel feverish. I used to feel very fatigued and warm during those days. Doing very gentle Sheetali pranayama and resting properly really helped cool my system down naturally.
5 months ago
Oh my god, I get this almost every month! Right before my period starts, my body feels super hot and I get mild fever-like symptoms with body aches. Does this happen to anyone else? I always worry that it might be some hidden infection.
9 months ago
Listen, ovulation and progesterone changes can raise your body temperature by a fraction of a degree, which makes you feel warm. But a true fever over 100°F is usually not caused by menstruation itself. If you have a high fever along with severe cramps or foul discharge, please see a gynaecologist immediately.
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8 months ago
I was actually researching this for a project on menstrual health. It turns out that prostaglandins, which cause uterine contractions, can also affect your brain's temperature control center. So while a low-grade feeling of warmth is common, an actual high fever is usually due to something else.
5 months ago
With my busy schedule, I can't afford to fall sick, but my partner often gets mild feverish feelings during her periods. Honestly, if it's just a mild warm feeling, resting helps. But if you actually have a high temperature, don't waste time—consult a doc and get a quick blood test done.