Suresh Reddy Suresh Reddy Asked 4 months ago

How much fever is high?

Been feeling a bit under the weather. My temperature is around 100°F. Is that considered a high fever, or just a slight one?

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Suresh Kumar Suresh Kumar Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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For me, with diabetes, any fever needs careful monitoring. Generally, a temperature over 102°F (around 39°C) is considered high for adults and definitely warrants a doctor's visit, especially if it persists. For children, anything over 100.4°F should be watched closely.

Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

I just recovered from a bad fever myself. Anything above 102°F (39°C) is considered quite high for adults and usually means you should see a doctor. For kids, even a temp over 100.4°F (38°C) is concerning. Don't ignore it if it's rising or not going down with medicine.

Geeta Rao Geeta Rao Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Generally, for adults, a fever is considered high when it reaches 102°F (39°C) or above. For infants and very young children, anything over 100.4°F (38°C) can be a cause for concern and warrants immediate medical attention. Always observe accompanying symptoms and duration.

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Kavita Singh Kavita Singh Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

It's natural to feel anxious when you or a loved one has a fever. For adults, generally, a temperature of 102°F (39°C) or higher is considered high. For young children, anything above 100.4°F (38°C) is a concern. Always trust your instincts and consult a doctor if you're worried or the fever doesn't go down.

Monica Jain Monica Jain Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Having dealt with fevers for my family, I can tell you that for adults, 102°F (39°C) and above is definitely high. For children, even 100.4°F (38°C) is significant. Always check temperature with a reliable thermometer. If it doesn't come down with medication or if other severe symptoms appear, seek medical help promptly.

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Meena Patel Meena Patel Joined May 2026 4 months ago

A normal body temperature is around 98.6°F. A fever typically starts at 100.4°F (38°C), and anything above 102°F (39°C) is considered a high fever, especially if accompanied by other symptoms. Ensure good hydration and light, easily digestible food, but consult a doctor for persistent high fever.

Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Yaar, anything above 102°F (like 39°C) is actually considered high fever for adults. Below that, it's usually manageable with paracetamol and rest. But if it's crossing 102-103 or not coming down, definitely go to a doctor, haan.

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