Deepa Reddy Deepa Reddy Asked 4 months ago

Should i go to work with a fever of 99?

Feeling a bit under the weather, my temperature is 99 F. It's not too high, but I'm wondering if I should still go to work or just rest at home to avoid any complications.

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Meena Devi Meena Devi Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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Even a 99-degree fever means your body is fighting something. It's safest to stay home. You might feel okay, but you could be contagious and spread illness to your colleagues. Plus, your body needs rest to recover properly. Don't push yourself; it's better to be safe and avoid making things worse.

Rajat Singhania Rajat Singhania Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Don't ask the internet for health decisions. A 99-degree fever might be mild, but it's still a fever. You need to consult your doctor. They can determine the cause and if you're contagious or need rest. Rely on professional medical advice, not random online opinions.

Smita Rao Smita Rao Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Realistically, 99 is low, but it's still a fever. If you have no other symptoms and feel completely fine, you might manage a light day. But if you have even a slight headache, body ache, or feel tired, stay home. Pushing it will only prolong your recovery and risk others. Take a paracetamol, hydrate, and rest. Better safe than sorry.

Mrs. Leela Devi Mrs. Leela Devi Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Beta, 99 fever is not so much. If you are feeling well otherwise, without body ache or weakness, maybe you can go. But if you feel even a little tired, stay home. Take good rest, drink warm water. Listen to your body, it knows best. Our elders always said rest is the best medicine.

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Jyoti Rao Jyoti Rao Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Namaste! While 99 isn't a very high fever, it still signifies that your body is not at its usual temperature. It's generally a good idea to stay home and rest. This prevents you from feeling worse and also from potentially spreading any illness to your colleagues. Hydrate well and see if it goes down. If it persists or you feel unwell, contact your doctor.

Vivek Singh Vivek Singh Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

A 99 F (approx 37.2 C) is borderline, but still elevated. My health tracker usually flags anything above 98.6. While it might feel okay, it means your body is working harder. If you have any other symptoms or feel tired, it's smarter to take a rest day. Use your app to track your temp and symptoms to see if it worsens.

Kavita Sharma Kavita Sharma Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

From a practical point of view, if 99 is your only symptom and you feel completely fine, you might go. But if you have even slight body aches, a cough, or feel fatigued, it's better to stay home. You won't be productive and risk spreading illness. It's a simple solution to rest and recover fully.

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Girish Rao Girish Rao Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Even a 99 fever can indicate an infection, which might require tests later if it worsens, and those can be costly. To avoid potentially expensive doctor visits and lost productivity, it's practical to just take the day off, rest, and hydrate. It's an investment in preventing a bigger illness. Don't push yourself just to save one day of leave.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Even a low fever can affect your body's systems. For me, with high BP, any illness needs careful monitoring. It's always best to stay home, rest, and keep yourself hydrated. Don't exert yourself. If the fever persists or goes higher, it’s important to get it checked by a doctor, just like we need regular BP checkups. Your health is priority.

Anjali Parekh Anjali Parekh Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I used to freak out even at 99 degrees! But my doctor explained it's a very low-grade fever, often your body just reacting to something minor. If you feel fine otherwise, with no other symptoms, you can probably go. But if you feel tired, achy, or it goes higher, then definitely stay home. Don't worry too much, but be mindful of how you feel.

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