Kavita Rao Kavita Rao Asked 4 months ago

What is considered a fever in c?

My body feels quite hot, and I'm not sure if it's a fever. What temperature, specifically in Celsius, is considered a fever? I just took my temperature.

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Nandini Sen Nandini Sen Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago
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A temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or above is considered a fever. It is always safest to consult a doctor to find out the underlying cause, especially if the temperature continues to rise. Please don't ignore it or delay a checkup.

Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Generally, 38 degrees Celsius is the standard mark for a fever. I always tell people to keep a digital thermometer at home because it is much easier to read. Keep yourself hydrated with warm water, rest, and consult your family doctor if the fever persists.

Rohit Sharma Rohit Sharma Joined May 2026 4 months ago

A temperature of 38°C or higher is medically considered a fever. If it doesn't come down, please consult a doctor.

Vikram Joshi Vikram Joshi Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Simply put, 38 C and above is a fever. No need to panic if it's just 37.5 C, as our body temperature fluctuates naturally. Just drink plenty of warm liquids, rest, and take a basic paracetamol if it crosses 38 C, but see a doctor if it doesn't go down in two days.

Asha Bhosle Asha Bhosle Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

In my experience, 38°C is the standard starting point of a fever. Don't worry too much, as our bodies are built to fight off minor infections. Just rest, eat light meals, and seek a doctor's advice if you feel very weak.

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Shilpa Patel Shilpa Patel Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

A temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or higher is a fever. During this time, your digestion slows down, so stick to simple foods like warm vegetable broth or light khichdi. Always consult your doctor for proper medical advice and medicine.

Baldev Singh Baldev Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

In Celsius, 38 degrees is considered a fever. You can drink warm tulsi tea or light ginger water to soothe your throat and body during this time. However, if the temperature stays high, you must go to a proper clinic and get checked.

Manish Pandey Manish Pandey Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

A fever starts at 38 C. I once ignored a mild temperature of 38.2 C thinking it was nothing, and it turned into a severe chest infection. Please get a proper checkup done by a doctor early to avoid complications.

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