All About Fever

What is a fever?

• A fever is a low body temperature

• A fever is a high body temperature

• A fever is when the body temperature is normal

• A fever is an increase in heart rate without any change in body temperature.

What can cause a fever?

• Excessive sleep

• Eating spicy food

• Cold weather

• Pathogens like bacteria and fungi

What are some symptoms of a fever?

• Increased appetite

• Throat pain and tickling, Body ache

• Dry skin and hair

• Nausea and vomiting

How do we measure a fever?

• Use a thermometer to measure body temperature.

• Measuring the pulse rate with fingers.

• Listening to the heartbeat for irregularities.

• By checking for a rash on the skin.

What can we do to treat a fever?

• Take hot baths

• Take medicines, drink lots of water and rest yourselves

• Ignore the fever

Is it okay to take medicine for a fever?

• Yes, it is okay to take medicine for a fever.

• It's better to wait and see if the fever goes away on its own.

• Only take medicine if the fever is above 100°F.

• No, you should never take medicine for a fever.

What should you do if a fever lasts a long time?

• Consult a healthcare professional (doctor)

• Self-diagnose using online resources.

• Take a cold shower to reduce the fever.

• Ignore it and wait for it to go away.

Why is it important to see a doctor for a fever?

• Fever is always harmless and does not require medical attention.

• It is important to see a doctor for a fever to identify and treat any health issues.

• A fever can be treated effectively with home remedies alone.

• Seeing a doctor for a fever is only necessary for children.