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Anil Reddy Anil Reddy Asked 7 months ago

How long does the average fever last?

My son has been having a fever for a couple of days now. It's making me a bit anxious. What's the typical duration of an average fever in adults or kids?

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Radhika Sharma Radhika Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Average fever usually lasts for 2-3 days if it's a common viral infection. But just like with thyroid, if it's persistent or very high, don't ignore it. Always track symptoms and consult a doctor if it doesn't improve, or if it's recurrent.

Kabir Singh Kabir Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Based on my health tracker data and general info, most fevers from common colds or viral infections last about 2-3 days. If it goes beyond 3 days or is really high, my app always pings me to suggest consulting a doctor. It's a good benchmark.

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Sneha Gupta Sneha Gupta Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Most fevers I've had or seen in my family lasted around 2-3 days, especially if it's just a simple viral thing. Keeping yourself hydrated and resting well really helps. If it drags on longer or gets very high, definitely see a doctor, okay?

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Anil Mehta Anil Mehta Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

From what I've observed in myself and my family, and seen in countless posts here, a typical viral fever generally resolves within 2 to 3 days. However, if it's accompanied by other severe symptoms or lasts longer than 72 hours, it's always advisable to consult a physician for proper diagnosis.

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