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An adult with a fever has an abnormally elevated body temperature over 100.4 degrees F (38 C). Elderly individuals with a fever should be managed carefully. The following adults should be evaluated by a physician:

* An adult with a fever over 102.9 degrees F (39.4 C) * An adult over 65 years old with a fever over 101.9 degrees F (38.8 C) * An adult with a fever that lasts longer than 3 days Types of fever include:

* Low-grade fever: ** Temperature less than 101 degrees F (38.3 C) * High-grade fever: ** Temperature over 104 degrees F (40 C)

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