Does covid cause fever?
A mild sore throat and body aches have me a bit worried it could be COVID. However, I don't have a fever. Is it common to get a fever with COVID, or can it be absent?
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6 months ago
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I just recovered from covid last week and yes, the fever was quite intense for the first three days, touching almost 101. It felt like a sudden shiver and then the temperature shot up. Resting completely and staying hydrated really helped me get through it.
6 months ago
Hey, yes it absolutely does, fever is actually one of the most common signs! But don't stress too much, just keep tracking your temperature and drink lots of water. If it goes too high, just ping your doc and take some rest, you'll be totally fine!
6 months ago
Yes, it definitely causes fever, and as a diabetic, I had to be extremely careful because fever always spikes my blood sugar levels. Keep monitoring your glucose levels along with your temperature, and make sure your diet is simple like oats or barley water during this time.
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6 months ago
Yes, fever is the body's natural way of fighting off the covid virus, so it is very common. Don't panic if the temperature goes up a bit; just place a damp cloth on your forehead to cool down and make sure you are resting. If it doesn't come down in 3 days, we'll consult a doctor.
6 months ago
Yes, fever is one of the primary symptoms. My physician explained that the virus triggers a pyrogenic response in our immune system, causing the body temperature to rise. He strictly advised me to monitor my oxygen saturation alongside the fever to ensure there are no lung issues.