Kabir Khan Kabir Khan Asked 7 months ago

Can pneumonia cause high fever?

My friend was just diagnosed with pneumonia and he's complaining of really high fever that's hard to bring down. I've heard pneumonia can cause fever, but how high can it actually get? Can pneumonia cause a very high fever?

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Aisha Mirza Aisha Mirza Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago
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Yes, high fever is super common with pneumonia because your body is fighting off a big infection. Don't stress too much, but make sure you are sponging to keep the temperature down and taking your meds on time. Let me know if you need anything!

Priyanka Mishra Priyanka Mishra Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Oh my god, yes, pneumonia can cause a very high fever and it can be so scary. I always panic when the temperature crosses 102. Make sure to monitor it every hour and call your doctor immediately if it doesn't come down with medication.

Kabir Dev Kabir Dev Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Pneumonia definitely triggers a high fever as the body's immune response kicks in. Focus entirely on resting, staying hydrated with warm water or electrolytes, and eating simple food. Avoid any workouts until your doctor completely clears you.

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Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

A high fever with a cough is a clear red flag for lung infection. Don't try to treat this at home with steam or home remedies from internet groups. Go to a clinic, get a proper chest examination, and start antibiotic or antiviral treatment as prescribed.

Sanjay Kapoor Sanjay Kapoor Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

At my age, even a mild cold feels like a major event, so a high fever from pneumonia would definitely have me flat on my back. Yes, it's very typical for pneumonia to send your temperature soaring. Just follow the doc's orders and don't try to be a hero.

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Dinesh Chandra Dinesh Chandra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

High fever is a main symptom of pneumonia. Along with the doctor's prescription, do regular cold water sponging on the forehead to keep the temperature under control. Keep the patient in a well-ventilated room and give light khichdi.

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