Smita Nair Smita Nair Asked 5 months ago

Does fever raise blood pressure?

My elderly father has a fever, and his blood pressure reading is a bit high. We're concerned because he has a history of BP issues. Does fever typically raise blood pressure, or should we be more worried?

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Nalini Hegde Nalini Hegde Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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Yes, a fever can raise your blood pressure temporarily because the body is under stress. I always give my husband warm barley water or coconut water to keep him hydrated and calm during a fever. But if his BP stays very high, I don't rely on home tips and call our doctor immediately.

Kalyani Nair Kalyani Nair Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Being a high BP patient, I know that any illness or fever can elevate my readings due to stress hormones. It is very important to continue your regular BP medication and monitor your levels twice a day during a fever. Do not hesitate to contact your doctor if the readings are unusually high.

Deepak Sen Deepak Sen Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Yes, the physical stress of a fever can definitely cause a temporary increase in your blood pressure.

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Ramlakhan Yadav Ramlakhan Yadav Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Haan bhai, jab garm bukhar aata hai toh sharir ka tanaav badh jata hai, jisse khoon ka daura bhi tez ho sakta hai. Isme darna nahi chahiye, par daktar saheb se salah lena zaroori hai. Thoda thanda patti sar pe rakhiye aur aaram kijiye.

Karan Johar Karan Johar Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Yes, a fever makes the body work overtime, which can pump up your blood pressure. While your BP is acting up, please avoid heavy, salty snacks like samosas or pickles, even if your tongue feels tasteless. Stick to light vegetable soups to keep things stable.

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Meera Pillai Meera Pillai Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Yes, the strain of fighting a fever can cause temporary spikes in your blood pressure. Since thyroid patients already have a sensitive metabolic system, I always do regular blood tests and keep my doctor informed. It's best to monitor your BP at home and follow up with your doctor.

Sanjay Dutt Sanjay Dutt Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Look, simple logic—fever puts your body in fight mode, so your heart rate and BP can easily go up. Don't sit and overthink it. Keep yourself hydrated, take your paracetamol, and if the BP stays dangerously high, go straight to a doctor instead of wasting time.

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