What is classed as a fever?

A body temperature of 100.4°F or more is officially classed as a fever. When you have a fever, please skip your gym workouts and heavy runs entirely; your body needs all its energy to fight the infection, so rest is much better than exercising.

In our family, we usually drink warm rasam or herbal water if the body feels warm, but my father always says to trust the digital thermometer first. If the temperature crosses 100.4°F, we know it's a real fever and we consult our family doctor for proper medicine.

Beta, a mild temperature around 99°F is just the body's natural heat, but if it crosses 100.4°F, it is a fever. Applying cold, wet cotton strips on the forehead helps pull down the heat gently. But never avoid taking proper medicine if the fever remains high.

My husband starts acting like it's a national emergency at 99.1°F, but medically, a fever only starts at 100.4°F! Anything below that is just the body running slightly warm after a long day of work. Rest up and don't panic so easily.

As a mother of two, I've learned that a child's temperature can rise quickly, but doctors always tell us that 100.4°F and above is the actual fever mark. Keep them hydrated with warm water and coconut water, and always keep a digital thermometer handy to note down the readings.

I've handled many viral phases in my family, and the rule is clear: 100.4°F is a fever, while anything lower is just a low-grade warmth. Keep the room airy, wear light cotton clothes, and don't rush to take heavy antibiotics on day one without a doctor's advice.

Simple concept boss: below 100.4°F is not a fever, so don't start poping paracetamol like candy. Let the body's natural defense do its job. If it crosses 100.4°F, then you treat it properly and take rest.

When you have diabetes, even a mild fever of 100.4°F or higher can cause your blood sugar levels to spike due to stress hormones. It is very important to monitor your sugar levels closely during a fever and keep your doctor informed.

Honestly, I checked my temperature at 3 AM because I felt warm, and it was 98.9°F. Turns out I was just under a very heavy blanket and not actually having a fever, which starts at 100.4°F. Note to self: turn down the fan instead of searching for symptoms.