Is 99.5 a fever in adults?

Question

I've been feeling unusually tired and my head is heavy. Checked my temperature and it's 99.5. Is this considered a fever for an adult? I usually don't get sick easily, so I'm a bit unsure.

Amit Saxena · Accepted Answer

I was researching this because my temperature was 99.5 today. Most medical sites state that clinical fever in adults actually starts at 100.4 degrees, so 99.5 is just a mild low-grade rise or normal fluctuation.

Anjali Paul · Answer

I am not very familiar with temperature readings, but my thermometer showed 99.5 just now. Do I need to take any paracetamol for this, or is it better to just wait and see if it goes down on its own?

Meera Venkat · Answer

As a thyroid patient, my body temperature is often slightly off and can touch 99.5 when my hormone levels are fluctuating. It is usually not a fever, but it is always good to monitor your symptoms and get your regular thyroid tests done to be sure.

Siddharth Sen · Answer

Please be careful with any persistent warmth. I once ignored a 99.5 temperature thinking it was just tiredness, but it turned out to be the start of a severe internal infection. If you have other symptoms like body pain or chills, please visit a doctor.

Vijay Menon · Answer

At my age, with high blood pressure, I have to monitor any temperature changes closely. 99.5 is generally not a major fever, but it is important to check your blood pressure and rest properly. If you feel uneasy, please consult your doctor.

Is 99.5 a fever in adults?

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

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