Deepa Singh Deepa Singh Asked 7 months ago

Is 99.8 a fever in adults?

Woke up feeling a bit feverish this morning, and my temperature is 99.8. For adults, is this considered a fever? I usually run a bit lower than average.

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Ritu Sharma Ritu Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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Yes, 99.8 is a mild low-grade fever. On such days, I strictly avoid heavy or oily food and eat light, easily digestible meals like khichdi or warm vegetable soup. Give your body rest and stay hydrated.

Priya Nair Priya Nair Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

Since I have thyroid issues, my body temperature is sensitive, and 99.8 feels thoda heavy. If you have any hormonal imbalance, it's always good to consult your doctor for a proper checkup.

Ananya Sen Ananya Sen Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

It is just a very mild low-grade fever! Take a warm shower, wear comfy clothes, and drink some hot ginger tea. You will feel much better tomorrow.

Kunal Kapoor Kunal Kapoor Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

Whenever I get 99.8, I just drink a lot of water and sleep it off. It is barely a proper fever, so I don't take any medicine unless it goes over 100. Just relax.

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Sanjay Sharma Sanjay Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

My body uses 99.8 F as a clear warning signal that I need to stop acting young and take a nap. It is a very mild fever, so just rest and let your body recover.

Ramesh Prasad Ramesh Prasad Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

It is just a mild 99.8 low-grade fever, so don't rush to buy expensive medicines or get lab tests done immediately. Rest for a day, monitor it at home, and save your money unless it persists.

Satish Chand Satish Chand Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

With my diabetes, I monitor even a mild 99.8 fever closely because infections can affect sugar levels. Make sure to eat simple food, drink water, and consult your doctor if the temperature rises.

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Neha Rastogi Neha Rastogi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

At 99.8, it is a mild fever, so don't push through your office work today. Take a half-day, rest, and if it doesn't come down by tomorrow morning, consult an online doctor immediately.

Rohan Bhatia Rohan Bhatia Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Medically, 99.8 F is considered a low-grade fever for adults. I usually track my temperature and water intake on my health app to ensure I am staying hydrated. Give yourself a rest day from workouts.

Arun Sharma Arun Sharma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

I used to panic the moment my temperature hit 99.8 F and think I was severely sick. But my doctor assured me it is just a very low-grade elevation, often due to stress or heat. Rest well and it will likely drop.

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