Gaurav Saini Gaurav Saini Asked 8 months ago

Should you try to sweat out a fever?

My dadi always tells me that if I have a fever, I should cover myself in blankets and try to sweat it out. Is this actually a good way to get rid of a fever, or is it an old wives' tale?

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Vikram Singh Vikram Singh Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago
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When you have a fever, your body is already working hard. Trying to 'sweat it out' by exercising or bundling up excessively just adds more strain. It's counterproductive. Focus on rest, hydration, and letting your body recover naturally. Light activity is okay only if your doctor clears it.

Shalini Reddy Shalini Reddy Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I used to think sweating it out was the answer too, and it made me feel so much worse, almost dizzy. It's really frustrating when you're sick and trying to do what's 'right.' But actually, it's better to let your body cool naturally and rest.

Rajesh Sharma Rajesh Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I used to do that when I was younger, thinking it would help. But honestly, it just made me feel more exhausted and dehydrated. Now, I just take paracetamol, drink lots of fluids, and rest. My body recovers much faster that way.

Meera Joshi Meera Joshi Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

No, absolutely not for kids or even adults! When my children get a fever, I always ensure they are lightly clothed and the room is cool. Trying to sweat it out can actually raise their body temperature even higher, which is dangerous. Focus on bringing the fever down safely with doctor-prescribed medicine and cool compresses.

Ananya Gupta Ananya Gupta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

That's a myth. Trying to 'sweat out' a fever by bundling up can actually make your fever worse and lead to dehydration. The goal is to cool your body down, not heat it up further. Focus on light clothing, resting, and staying hydrated.

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Diya Singh Diya Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

My health tracker app always warns against overheating when your body temperature is already high. Trying to sweat out a fever just dehydrates you and can make things worse. Focus on cool compresses, fluid intake, and monitoring your temp. Modern science says rest, not sweat.

Siddharth Jain Siddharth Jain Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Please do not try to sweat out a fever. It can be quite dangerous, especially if the fever is high, as it can lead to overheating and severe dehydration. Always seek medical advice from a doctor for fever management and proper diagnosis.

Kiran Kumar Kiran Kumar Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I just recovered from a fever last week, and my doctor clearly told me not to try and sweat it out. He said to keep the room cool, wear light clothes, and drink plenty of water. Trying to make yourself sweat can actually make you feel worse and prolong the fever. Rest is key!

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