Rajesh Sharma Rajesh Sharma Asked 9 months ago

What fever is too high for adults?

I've been feeling under the weather for a couple of days, and my temperature seems to be going up. At what point is a fever considered too high for an adult, so I know when to worry?

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Preeti Agarwal Preeti Agarwal Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Our bodies are temples, and when fever comes, it's a sign to pay attention. For adults, if the fever stays above 103°F (39.4°C) for a long time, or if you feel very weak or confused, it's definitely time to see a doctor. Keep a positive mind, but also seek the right care.

Anand Rao Anand Rao Joined May 2026 5 months ago

For us adults, if the bukhar (fever) goes above 103 degrees Fahrenheit (39.4°C), then it is too high. You should definitely take medicine and if it doesn't go down, then go to the doctor. Don't ignore it thinking it will be fine.

Rohit Kumar Rohit Kumar Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Honestly, if my fever hits 103°F (39.4°C) and stays there, or if I feel really messed up with it, like dizzy or totally weak, I'm calling the doc. Anything above that, like 104-105°F, is definitely too high and needs attention ASAP.

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Kavita Rao Kavita Rao Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Hey! For adults, a fever consistently above 103°F (39.4°C) is pretty high and you should probably call your doc or get it checked. Don't stress too much, but if you're also having other super bad symptoms like confusion or trouble breathing, just go to the hospital. Better safe than sorry!

Deepika Reddy Deepika Reddy Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

I just recovered from a high fever last month! My doctor told me that for adults, if it crosses 103°F (39.4°C) and doesn't come down with medication, or if you feel extremely weak, confused, or have chest pain, you must get medical help. Anything above 105°F is an emergency.

Reena Kapoor Reena Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Ugh, fevers are the worst, they just kill all my foodie vibes! 😩 For adults, if it's consistently above 103°F (39.4°C), or if you're feeling really out of it, like confused or super weak, then it's definitely too high and time to call the doctor. No fun food allowed with such high temps anyway!

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Suresh Kumar Suresh Kumar Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

I've tried a lot of home remedies for fevers, but for adults, if it's consistently above 103°F (39.4°C), that's usually the point to seek medical advice. Even if it's a lower fever but you have severe symptoms like confusion, severe headache, or trouble breathing, it's better to go to a doctor rather than just relying on remedies.

Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

It's really scary when you feel your body overheating and you don't know what's too much. For adults, generally, a fever of 103°F (39.4°C) or higher is considered concerning. If it's not coming down, or if you feel extremely weak, disoriented, or have severe pain, please see a doctor. It's okay to seek help when you're struggling.

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