Deepika Reddy Deepika Reddy Asked 9 months ago

Is 100.5 considered a fever?

My husband is feeling warm and when we checked, his temperature is 100.5. Is 100.5 considered a fever? I'm not sure if we should be concerned or not.

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Rohan Patel Rohan Patel Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Yeah, 100.5 is definitely a fever. Not super high, but enough to make you feel a bit off. Just take it easy, maybe some tea and bed rest.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

Dekho bhai, 100.5 means fever. No need to overthink it. Take a paracetamol, drink plenty of water, and get some rest. If it's still there tomorrow, check with a doctor.

Pooja Singh Pooja Singh Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

100.5? Yup, that's a fever. For me, it means another night of tossing and turning, probably dreaming of sleep. Just rest up, and hope it passes quickly!

Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Honestly, even a slight fever makes me feel so vulnerable and anxious. So yes, 100.5 is definitely a fever, and it's okay to feel affected by it. Take care of yourself.

Meera Sharma Meera Sharma Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Haan, 100.5 is a fever. Not super high, but it's there. I usually just take a Dolo and try to rest it off. Make sure you're hydrated and listening to your body.

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Karan Jain Karan Jain Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My health app flags anything above 100 as a fever. So 100.5 is definitely one. Log your temperature and symptoms, it helps track your recovery and provides data for your doctor.

Sanjay Kapoor Sanjay Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, 100.5 is a fever. With my high BP, I have to be extra cautious. Any fever means I check my BP more often and consult my doctor promptly, as even mild infections can affect it.

Deepa Reddy Deepa Reddy Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Yes, 100.5 is considered a fever. I've had it many times. Take a paracetamol, drink lots of warm fluids like ginger tea, and get plenty of rest. If it doesn't go down in a day, see a doctor.

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