Rahul Singh Rahul Singh Asked 8 months ago

Is it normal to have fever for 3 days?

I've had a fever for three days now, around 100-101°F, and some body aches. I'm taking paracetamol, but it only brings it down temporarily. Is it normal for a fever to last this long, or should I visit a doctor?

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Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined May 2026 6 months ago
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I was just reading up on this because my brother also has a fever since Monday. It seems quite common with viral infections, but after three days, it is probably time to get it checked by a doctor just to be safe.

Meera Nair Meera Nair Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

With my thyroid condition, any fever that lasts for three days really drains my immunity and alters my medication response. I highly suggest getting a proper blood test and consulting your doctor to see what is causing it.

Ankit Gupta Ankit Gupta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My doctor once explained that while a 3-day fever is typical for common viral infections, you must consult a physician if it doesn't break. This is to rule out dengue, malaria, or typhoid, especially during monsoon seasons.

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Sonal Saxena Sonal Saxena Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Having a fever for three full days is a sign that your body is actively fighting something. To ensure your safety and prevent any complications, please visit a clinic and get a proper professional checkup done.

Vikram Malhotra Vikram Malhotra Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

No need to panic, but three days of fever is long enough to stop guessing. Go to a good hospital, get a basic CBC test done, and consult a general physician today. Don't rely on self-medication.

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Riya Sen Riya Sen Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I had a continuous three-day fever last month and felt so weak. It turned out to be a simple viral flu, but getting prescribed the right paracetamol dosage by my doctor made recovery much easier. Please take rest.

Manish Tewari Manish Tewari Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I completely understand how stressful it is when a fever won't go away after three days; your mind starts jumping to the worst conclusions. Try to breathe, but definitely visit a doctor to get a clear answer and ease your mind.

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