Sandeep Singh Sandeep Singh Asked 4 months ago

Is 100.5 fever bad?

My daughter has a temperature of 100.5. My mother-in-law says it's not a big deal but I'm a bit worried. Is 100.5 fever bad, especially for a young child?

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Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago
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100.5 is a fever, but not typically 'bad'. It means rest, no heavy workouts. Maybe some light stretching if you absolutely must move, but only if you feel well enough and no other symptoms. Focus on recovery.

Ankit Sharma Ankit Sharma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

100.5 is a fever. Don't hit the gym. Fuel your body with good nutrition, stay hydrated. It's your body's way of fighting, so support it with rest, not more stress.

Vikram Reddy Vikram Reddy Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Earlier, I used to panic even at 99! But 100.5, while it's a fever, isn't usually 'bad' unless it shoots up fast or you have other severe symptoms. Just stay calm, take a paracetamol, and hydrate.

Geeta Sharma Geeta Sharma Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

100.5 is a fever. For someone with BP like me, it's crucial to not ignore it. It might not be 'bad' on its own, but can affect underlying conditions. Always check with your doctor.

Anil Sharma Anil Sharma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

My family doctor explained that 100.5F is a low-grade fever. It's not usually 'bad' but indicates an active immune response. It typically resolves with rest and symptomatic care, but persistent fevers need medical review.

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Preeti Shah Preeti Shah Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

For safety, any fever should be monitored. While 100.5 isn't extremely high, it's always best to consult a doctor, especially if you have other concerning symptoms. Don't delay.

Divya Prakash Divya Prakash Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

100.5 is a fever, so it's important to be mindful of what you eat. Stick to nourishing vegetarian foods like vegetable broth, dal, and rice. Avoid heavy, oily, or spicy food as it can stress your system.

Kamla Devi Kamla Devi Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Beti, 100.5 is a fever, yes, but not 'bad' in the sense of being very dangerous. We used to get this often. Just rest, drink warm things, and it will pass. If not, then go to the doctor, don't worry too much.

Pankaj Sharma Pankaj Sharma Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Haan, 100.5 fever hai. Par 'bad' nahin bol sakte instantly. Jab tak bahut upar na jaye ya aur koi serious symptom na ho, tab tak theek hai. Rest karo bas, na.

Rohan Kapoor Rohan Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

100.5 is a fever, but not generally classified as 'bad' or dangerous unless it's sustained or accompanied by other severe symptoms. Take a paracetamol and rest. If it gets worse, see a doc.

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