Rahul Das Rahul Das Asked 7 months ago

How do i give myself a fever?

My exams are next week, and I really need a break from school. I was just wondering, is there any way to give yourself a mild fever so I can stay home for a day or two? I just need a little rest.

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Shreya Ghoshal Shreya Ghoshal Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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I actually searched this up once when I wanted to skip an exam in school! But seriously, you can't safely induce a real fever because your brain controls your internal thermostat to fight off actual infections. Trying to force it by staying in the cold or eating weird things will just make you miserable.

Rahul Banerjee Rahul Banerjee Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

Hey, why would you want to make yourself sick? Please don't try any weird tricks to raise your body temperature, as it can actually harm your organs. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just need a break from work or school, talk to me. We can find a better way to handle it.

Aman Preet Aman Preet Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

I just recovered from a severe viral fever last week and trust me, it was absolute hell with the body aches and chills. You definitely do not want to go through that voluntarily. Keep your body healthy and don't try to mess with your immune system.

Sangeeta Nair Sangeeta Nair Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

As a mother, this really worries me. Kids sometimes try these things to avoid school, but it can lead to actual, dangerous infections. If there is something bothering you or if you are feeling mentally exhausted, please share it with someone who can help you take a break safely.

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Gopal Krishna Gopal Krishna Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Beta, health is a blessing from God, so please do not try to make yourself ill. In our tradition, we always pray for good health and eat simple food to keep our body temperature balanced. If you are feeling weak or tired, take some rest and drink warm ginger tea instead.

Nidhi Agarwal Nidhi Agarwal Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Oh my god, please don't try to induce a fever! What if your body temperature rises too high and leads to a seizure or severe dehydration? It is extremely dangerous to play with your body's natural defense mechanisms. Please take care and stay safe.

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