Prakash Nair Prakash Nair Asked 4 months ago

Do you have a fever with pneumonia?

My uncle has been diagnosed with pneumonia, and he's running a high temperature. I'm trying to understand the typical symptoms. Is fever always present when someone has pneumonia, or can it sometimes be absent?

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Sandeep Patel Sandeep Patel Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, a high fever accompanied by chills is a hallmark symptom of pneumonia. However, if you also have any chest pain or difficulty breathing, please do not wait and go to the hospital immediately. It is a serious lung infection that requires urgent medical care.

Kavitha Krishnan Kavitha Krishnan Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Yes, fever is very common with pneumonia, often with coughing and shivering. Please get a chest X-ray done under a doctor's guidance.

Varun Grover Varun Grover Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Fever is definitely a key symptom as your body is fighting a severe lung infection. When you have pneumonia, your body needs absolute rest and clean nutrition to recover. Don't worry about workouts now, focus entirely on the doctor's prescribed treatment.

Mohit Sharma Mohit Sharma Joined May 2026 4 months ago

I totally understand how terrifying it feels when you are struggling with a fever and worrying if it has reached your lungs. Yes, pneumonia usually causes a fever, but please don't let anxiety take over. Reach out to a physician who can listen to your lungs and guide you safely.

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Consult a pulmonologist

Harish Mehta Harish Mehta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Most people do run a high temperature with pneumonia. Since I manage high blood pressure, I always make sure to consult my cardiologist before taking any over-the-counter fever medicines during such lung infections. Always consult your doctor first.

Ramesh Chandra Ramesh Chandra Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Yes, my brother had pneumonia and he had a very hot fever and was shivering a lot. In our town, we rushed him to the government doctor who gave him tablets and he got fine soon. Please do not delay seeing a doctor.

Vikram Sethi Vikram Sethi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Absolutely, fever is one of the most common signs. If you have a persistent cough along with a temperature, don't just sit at home guessing. Go to a good clinic, get a doctor to check your chest, and get the proper antibiotics if prescribed.

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