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Fever is a physiological response, or symptom, of something else happening in the body. Common causes of fever include an infection (a cold, flu, bacterial infection, etc.), a disease, cancer, and many other causes.
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An portion of the brain, called the hypothalmus, regulates the body's temperature. It is similar to a thermostat in a building. Fever occurs when some condition in the body (above) casues the hypothalmus to raise the body's set temperature.
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When the hypothalmus increases the body's set temperature, the body increases its temperature by constricting blood vessels (reduces heat loss through the skin) and by increasing the liver's metabolism, thus increasing the internal heat generated. An excited hypothalmus also leads to shivering - the involuntary shaking of large muscles, which also generates heat.
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A mild fever (100 to 102F, or 37 to 38C) actually helps the body's immune system defend against infection, and therefore a mild fever is a productive response to fighting an infection. When a fever reaches 104F (40C), the fever itself begins to interfere with the body's ability to function efficiently, and a fever of over 106F (41C) is life threatening.
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How often do fevers recur in relapsing fever?
Recurrent episodes of fever with less severe symptoms occur after about a week. In untreated infections, fevers recur about three times in TBRF, and only once or twice in LBRF.
When was The Fevers created?
The Fevers was created in 1964.
Can nightmares give us fevers?
no. Nightmares can't give you fevers
What are the symptoms of advanced Japanese encephalitis?
patients will continue to have extremely high fevers and their symptoms will get worse. In these cases, coma and then death occur in 7-14 days.
Why are fevers important?
because the heat from the fevers heats up the problem in your body and kills it.
How can hemorrhagic fevers be prevented?
Hemorrhagic fevers can be prevented through vector control and personal protection measures.
What do antipyretics do?
They reduce fevers
How are hemorrhagic fevers transmitted?
Typical disease vectors include rodents, ticks, or mosquitoes, but person-to-person transmission in health care settings or through sexual contact can also occur.
Why are high fevers dangerous?
High fevers can be dangerous because they can lead to dehydration, seizures, and confusion. They can also put stress on the body's organs and exacerbate underlying health conditions. In severe cases, high fevers can even lead to brain damage or death.
What is a medicine plant for fevers?
Panadol
What are eruptive fevers.differentiate them?
what are eruptive fevers
Can fevers postpone your menstrual cycle?
no
