Can respiratory infection cause fever?

Question

My younger brother has been down with a really bad chest cold, a respiratory infection. He's also running a high fever. Is it normal for such infections to cause a fever, or should we be more worried?

Manish Pandey · Accepted Answer

Yes, of course, a fever is just your body's natural way of fighting off the respiratory infection. Don't panic, but don't ignore it either. If the fever gets very high or if you feel any breathlessness, go see a doctor immediately.

Rohan Malhotra · Answer

Fever is super common with cold and chest infections. Honestly, the worst part is losing your sense of taste and not being able to enjoy hot momos! Take plenty of rest, drink warm soups, and visit a doctor if the fever doesn't come down in two days.

Sandeep Sen · Answer

Yes, a fever is a standard immune response to respiratory pathogens, whether viral or bacterial. My doctor always says that a mild fever is fine, but if it is accompanied by chest pain, shortness of breath, or lasts more than three days, you must get it evaluated.

Sunita Sharma · Answer

Yes, infections definitely cause fever. Since I have diabetes, any infection can cause my blood sugar levels to spike up quickly. Make sure to monitor both your temperature and sugar, and consult your doctor for the right medicine.

Priya Kulkarni · Answer

I just recovered from a nasty chest infection last week and had a high fever for three days. It was exhausting. If you have trouble breathing or the fever is not reducing with normal paracetamol, please go to a clinic right away.

Can respiratory infection cause fever?

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