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On reason we get a fever when we are sick is due to our body raising the temperature with an attempt to try and kill off certain bacteria and viruses that are sensitive to temperature change.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoBacterial and viral infections can interefer with the hypothalamus, within the brain, which disrupts the temperature control of the body.
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Why does the body have an infection without a temperature?
this the body get infection?
Does localized infection affect all the body systems?
no it doesn't affect all the bod system . localised infection is only restricted to certain area of the body . it is the systemic infection that affects all the body systems.
What helps the body regulate temperature?
Perspiration. Shivering.
What are the affect of bullet fragments left in the body?
infection
How do menstruation affect body temperature?
Doesn't affect it. 98.5 is the body temperature for normal human.
Can bacteria infection causes hotness of the body?
Temperature increase in the body is considered a sign of either viral or bacterial infection.
Why does the body temperature increase?
your body temperature is controlled and regulated by a certain part of the brain, when there is an irregularity (virus, infection, etc) the body temperature increases resulting in a heat stroke a mean of relieving the temperature increase
Why does the body raise your temperature when you have a fever?
Your body temperature rises to fight off infection. Most bacteria and viruses that cause diseases have a limited temperature window in which they can "live". By raising the temperature, the body can often kill off an infection.
Do medication affect body temperature?
Some medication may affect body temperature. It can increase or decrease body temperature. I.e. tylenol may decrease temperature if you have fever. Some stimulant may increase temperature when used, etc.
Can a poor diet affect how your body fights infection?
yes it can
How does pain affect body temperature?
It increases body temo
Does wind affect body temperature?
Yes
