Meena Kumari Meena Kumari Asked 9 months ago

Can stress and anxiety cause fever?

I've been feeling quite unwell lately, a bit feverish, but there are no other cold symptoms. My college assignments are very stressful right now; can stress and anxiety cause a low-grade fever?

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Nitesh Verma Nitesh Verma Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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I actually got a mild temperature of 99.5 during a highly stressful phase last year and panicked thinking it was a major infection. It turned out to be just a stress-induced temperature rise, often called psychogenic fever. It went away once I rested, so don't worry too much.

Aparna Krishnan Aparna Krishnan Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

While stress can slightly raise your body temperature, you shouldn't assume a fever is just due to anxiety. It could be an infection or something else that needs attention. Please get your blood tested and consult a doctor to be absolutely sure.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I visited a specialist at a major hospital when I had recurring low-grade fevers during a stressful time. The doctor explained that severe stress can affect the body's thermostat. However, they ran tests first to rule out other medical issues, which you should also do.

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Geeta Sharma Geeta Sharma Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

A warm cup of tulsi and ginger tea can help soothe your nerves and body when you are feeling feverish from stress. However, if your fever is high or accompanied by severe body aches, please visit a clinic instead of relying only on home remedies.

Simran Sodhi Simran Sodhi Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

My son gets a warm forehead and feels feverish right before his final board exams because of the pressure. I make him drink plenty of water and rest, but if his temperature goes high, I always take him to our family pediatrician.

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Arjun Saxena Arjun Saxena Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Hey, don't worry. Severe stress can sometimes mess with your immune system and cause a slight rise in body temperature. Drink some water, lie down, and take it easy. If the fever goes high or you have chills, make sure to see a doctor.

Meenakshi Sundaram Meenakshi Sundaram Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

My mother always says that too much mental heat or tension can make the body warm. While warm fluids and rest help, we must always consult a proper doctor if the fever persists, as it could be a viral infection.

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