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How To Safely Reduce Your Fever While Pregnant

staff@healthdigest.com (Erin Demmer) — Sun, 07 May 2023 21:00:20 +0000

When you're pregnant and a fever spikes, you can't just reach for the Advil. Luckily, there are other actions you can take at home to break your fever.

What To Do When Your Child's Fever Won't Ease Up

staff@healthdigest.com (Diana Bocco) — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:54:38 +0000

It feels incredibly stressful when you're child has a fever, especially so if the fever isn't letting up. Here's what to do when that happens.

Why Newborn Fevers Are So Dangerous

staff@healthdigest.com (Isabel Cohen) — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 04:58:11 +0000

Catching a fever as an adult can be serious. However, for newborns, a short-term spike in body temperature can definitely be more threatening.

How To Treat A Mild Fever At Home

staff@healthdigest.com (Andra Picincu) — Sun, 16 Oct 2022 13:41:51 +0000

A mild fever can be uncomfortable, but doesn't usually require a trip to the doctor. Here are some simple ways to treat a mild fever at home.

Why Does Having A Fever Make You Cold?

staff@healthdigest.com (Angela Todd) — Sun, 02 Oct 2022 21:40:09 +0000

Having a fever can often be miserable, accompanied by aches and even chills. Learn why having a fever can make you feel cold.

How And When To Use Every Type Of Thermometer

staff@healthdigest.com (Nancy Schimelpfening) — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 22:44:25 +0000

The best way to check for a fever is by using a thermometer, but there are so many different kinds out there, you may have a difficult time choosing one.

What It Really Means If Your Fever Keeps Coming Back

staff@healthdigest.com (Sabika Hassan) — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 14:37:34 +0000

Usually, a fever can last for a few days or up to a week, depending on your health problem, age, lifestyle, or some seasonal changes.

When You Get A Fever, This Is What Happens To Your Body

staff@healthdigest.com (Amy Boyington) — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 17:30:50 +0000

While some people might panic when they notice their thermometer reading over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, a fever is actually a good thing.

What Is Yellow Fever?

staff@healthdigest.com (Catherine Caruso) — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 15:33:07 +0000

Many of us have heard of yellow fever but don't know what it is. Here's everything you need to know about this potentially life-threatening virus.

Does Teething Cause A Fever?

staff@healthdigest.com (Ruth Clark) — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 20:45:48 +0000

There are classic teething symptoms, like drooling and fussiness, but what about fevers? Here's what research says about the link between fevers and teething.

How Much Does Tylenol Lower Your Temperature?

staff@healthdigest.com (Jenna Demmer) — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 15:27:46 +0000

Fortunately, there are many ways to help alleviate a fever. Taking Tylenol can help you reduce your fever by a few degrees, providing relief.

Can Allergies Cause A Fever?

staff@healthdigest.com (Catherine Caruso) — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 15:55:24 +0000

Allergies share many symptoms with the common cold or flu, such as sneezing, coughing, runny nose, and congestion. But is fever a symptom of seasonal allergies?

This Is Why You Might Hallucinate When You Have A Fever

staff@healthdigest.com (Jenna Demmer) — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:45:06 +0000

Fevers can cause sweating and chills, but also scary symptoms like hallucinations. Why is this, and what should you do if you experience a fever hallucination?

What Is Hay Fever?

staff@healthdigest.com (A. Sooter) — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:51:16 +0000

You may have heard the term "hay fever," but what does it even mean, and how is it different from allergies? Read on to learn more.

The Real Reason Fevers Can Give You Weird Dreams

staff@healthdigest.com (A. Sooter) — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 17:31:06 +0000

Dreams are among the greatest scientific mysteries. Even more mysterious, why do fevers give us strange dreams and why are they so different from normal dreams?

Can You Get A Fever From Your Hangover?

staff@healthdigest.com (Michelle Washmuth) — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:06:42 +0000

Hangovers can bring on headaches, fatigue, nausea, and dehydration after drinking. Sometimes, these symptoms can even make you feel feverish. Why is this?

The Real Reason Food Poisoning Can Give You A Fever

staff@healthdigest.com (Michelle Washmuth) — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 16:59:57 +0000

Diarrhea and vomiting are common symptoms of food poisoning. So how is it that this illness can cause symptoms unrelated to digestion, like a high fever?

This Is When You Should Be Worried About Your Fever

staff@healthdigest.com (Molly Mortimer) — Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:15:44 +0000

In the last year, you've probably had your temperature taken more times than you can count, but do you know when you should seek treatment for a fever?

Is Sweating Out A Fever Actually Safe?

staff@healthdigest.com (Karen Veazey) — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 22:51:26 +0000

Some people believe that bundling up in layers or exercising to induce sweating will help rid the body of fever faster.

Can Stress Really Cause A Fever?

staff@healthdigest.com (Katherine Alexis Athanasiou) — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 15:02:25 +0000

Stress is known to wreak havoc on the body, but studies have found that physical or emotional stress may actually cause a fever in some people.