Rahul Sharma Rahul Sharma Asked 8 months ago

What is the highest fever?

My younger brother had a very high fever last night, and it got us all worried. We managed to bring it down, but it made me wonder, what's actually considered the highest fever one can get?

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Anjali Sharma Anjali Sharma Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago
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Having a high fever can be very concerning. Please try to get some rest and monitor your temperature. If it's too high or not coming down, definitely consult a doctor for proper guidance.

Rahul Mehta Rahul Mehta Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Oh god, high fever is scary. Is yours really high? I remember once my fever touched 103F and I felt so disoriented. Did anyone else feel like that? At what point do you guys usually go to the hospital?

Priyanka Das Priyanka Das Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

According to what my doctor explained, a fever above 103°F (39.4°C) is generally considered a high-grade fever and should prompt medical attention, especially if accompanied by other severe symptoms. In adults, a fever around 105°F (40.6°C) or higher is dangerously high. It's crucial to seek medical advice.

Amit Sharma Amit Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

High fever is no joke, bhai/behen. Anything above 103F (39.4C) is really high, and if it's not coming down, you need to see a doctor ASAP. Don't wait around, it can get serious. Get yourself checked.

Anjali Rao Anjali Rao Joined May 2026 5 months ago

If your fever is really high, like above 103°F, you should definitely go to a good hospital or consult your family doctor immediately. Don't delay it. Always ask them clearly what the safe limits are and when to come back. They will guide you best.

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Kavita Singh Kavita Singh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I totally get how unsettling a very high fever can be. Generally, anything over 103°F (39.4°C) is considered high and needs medical attention. If you or someone you know has this, please don't delay seeing a doctor, it's important to rule out anything serious.

Suresh Kumar Suresh Kumar Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Whenever fever gets too high, it's not something to ignore. My policy is always to get it checked by a doctor. Especially if it's sustained and not responding to paracetamol. Don't take chances with your health, please see a medical professional.

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