Ramesh Gupta Ramesh Gupta Asked 5 months ago

What fever is fatal?

My cousin recently had a very high fever and it got quite serious. It made me wonder about the danger levels. What kind of fever is considered fatal or life-threatening?

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Ramesh Gupta Ramesh Gupta Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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A fever itself is rarely fatal, but what causes it can be. Extremely high fevers, like 105-106°F (around 40.6-41.1°C) and above, are dangerous because they can damage organs or cause seizures, especially in kids. It's why getting tests done is crucial to find the root cause, even if tests can be a bit costly sometimes.

Akash Patel Akash Patel Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

I think it's not the fever itself that's fatal, but the underlying infection or illness causing it, right? Like, a fever above 105-106°F is super dangerous because it can damage your brain or organs. Scary to think about.

Anita Sharma Anita Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

A fever is a symptom, not the disease itself. Extremely high fevers, usually above 105°F (40.6°C), are very dangerous and can cause organ damage or brain damage if not treated. As someone with thyroid issues, I know how important it is to monitor symptoms and always follow up with your doctor, especially with high fevers, to rule out serious underlying causes.

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Deepak Sharma Deepak Sharma Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

While fever is a defense mechanism, an excessively high fever, typically above 105°F (40.6°C), can be life-threatening. It's not just the number; it's the potential for complications like heatstroke, organ dysfunction, or seizures that makes it dangerous. Always cool down the body and seek immediate medical help for such high temperatures, don't wait.

Shanta Devi Shanta Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

A fever that goes extremely high, around 105 degrees Fahrenheit or more, can be very dangerous. It needs immediate medical attention.

Sunil Rao Sunil Rao Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

The fever itself generally indicates your body fighting something. However, if it spikes extremely high, say above 105°F (40.6°C), it can lead to severe complications like seizures or organ damage, which can be fatal. I once ignored a persistent fever, and it led to a more serious infection. Please, always get high fevers checked by a doctor promptly.

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