Is 99.8 a fever?
My body feels warm, and the digital thermometer reads 99.8. My mom says it's a fever, but I don't feel that sick. Can you confirm if 99.8 is actually a fever?
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5 months ago
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My digital thermometer showed 99.8 F just now and my forehead feels quite warm. Does anyone else get this temperature and start feeling super anxious that it will turn into a high fever?
5 months ago
Medically, 99.8 is a low-grade fever. My fitness watch usually shows a slight rise in temperature like this if I am dehydrated or lack sleep. Drink some water and track it over the next few hours.
5 months ago
At 99.8, my body is definitely signaling that I am too old for 12-hour workdays. It is a mild elevation, so I am taking it as a sign to log off, drink some warm water, and sleep.
5 months ago
I had 99.8 last week when I had a mild cold. It is just a low-grade fever, so I took a warm shower, drank some ginger tea, and felt much better. Monitor it, but don't stress.
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5 months ago
In my experience, 99.8 is just a mild warmth that our bodies show when we are tired or the weather changes. Don't worry too much, just eat simple home food and rest well tonight.
4 months ago
Your body has its own natural intelligence to heal, 99.8 is just a minor adjustment. Keep a positive mind, drink warm liquids, and rest peacefully tonight.