Geeta Patel Geeta Patel Asked 4 months ago

How many days can a fever last with the flu?

I've caught the flu, and I've been having a high fever for almost three days. I'm feeling quite weak and just want to know how many days the fever typically lasts when someone has the flu.

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Meenakshi Iyer Meenakshi Iyer Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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My mother always tells me to drink hot pepper rasam, which helps with congestion, but the flu fever itself usually takes 3 to 5 days to fully subside. If the temperature remains high after day 4, it is always best to visit the family doctor.

Tanvi Hegde Tanvi Hegde Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Usually, flu fever lasts for about 3 to 5 days. For those of us with hormonal issues like PCOS, the fatigue can feel much worse and last longer. Take plenty of rest and don't hesitate to contact a doctor if the fever doesn't drop.

Ananya Sharma Ananya Sharma Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I had the flu last winter and the fever stayed for 4 full days. It can be super exhausting, but it's just the virus running its course. Just make sure to drink warm water and eat light khichdi.

Milind Deshpande Milind Deshpande Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Ah, the flu! It will proudly rule your body for 3 to 5 days no matter what you do. Just accept the bed rest, watch some old movies, and if the fever persists past 5 days, let the professional doctors handle it.

Ram Lakhan Yadav Ram Lakhan Yadav Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Bhai, flu ka bukhaar teen se paanch din tak reh sakta hai. Thoda garm paani piyo aur sharir ko aaram do. Agar paanch din ke baad bhi bukhaar na utre, toh turant sarkari hospital ya doctor ke paas jao.

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Vijay Raghavan Vijay Raghavan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

A flu fever usually lasts 3 to 5 days. If you have diabetes, keep a close watch on your sugar levels because infection and fever can cause sudden spikes. Avoid sugary juices and stick to plain water or clear vegetable soups.

Sujata Patil Sujata Patil Joined May 2026 4 months ago

With influenza, a fever of 100 to 102 degrees typically lasts between 3 and 5 days. Keep up your fluid intake to prevent dehydration. If you experience any breathing difficulty or if the fever doesn't break by day 5, you need to see a doctor.

Rahul Mehta Rahul Mehta Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I agree, 3 to 5 days is the normal duration for a flu fever. Make sure you don't skip your fluids during this time.

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