Normally, a person's temperature should be 36.6 degrees. Over 37 is already a fever. A high temperature appears when the body begins to fight a bacterial infection, a virus, inflammatory processes, as well as non-infectious problems (dehydration, injuries, etc.). It is measured in the armpit. Consider the most common reasons for the increase.
Why high fever: reasons
Fever may be associated with the following conditions:
1. If you observe symptoms such as a runny nose, headache, aching limbs, sore throat, then you probably have a viral disease - the flu. It is worth taking a Paracetamol tablet or any antipyretic and observing bed rest. If the condition has not improved after 2 days, then urgently make an appointment with a doctor.
2. Symptoms: nausea, pain that occurs when tilting the head, vomiting, drowsiness. The cause may be inflammation of the meninges. This condition is caused by a virus that enters the brain. In other words, you have meningitis. Seek immediate medical attention formaking an accurate diagnosis.
3. If, in addition to high fever, there is a cough and brown sputum, then you probably have an infectious disease - pneumonia. Be sure to consult a doctor, if the diagnosis is confirmed, antibiotics will be prescribed and sent for x-rays. Treatment in a hospital is possible.
4. An excess of hormones in the blood leads to a violation of energy metabolism. As a result, high fever, sweating, heart palpitations, nervousness, fatigue and weight loss are observed.
5. In the event that you are a woman, then after childbirth, infection of the vagina or uterus may occur. Symptoms: lower abdomen hurts, profuse discharge disturbs. It is worth contacting a specialist. He will conduct an examination and take the necessary tests. A course of antibiotics is usually prescribed.
6. While a person is in a stressful situation, the temperature may rise, as well as headaches, chills and loss of sleep.
There are times when the fever persists, but no other symptoms. This may be due to the following factors:
1. Physiology. May be caused by hot tea, exercise, a hearty meal, or menstruation.
2. Long stay in the sun. In this case, the person should be placed in a cool place, then the high temperature should return to normal in an hour. If this does not happen, then immediately call a doctor.
3. chronic infections. An elevated temperature may occur ifsinusitis or tonsillitis was not completely cured. For an accurate clarification of the circumstances, it is necessary to take a blood test.
4. Dehydration of the body. Drink plenty of fluids recommended.
Increasing rates
The main types of fevers are distinguished in medicine:
- 37-38 degrees - subfebrile;
- 38-39 degrees - moderately elevated;
- 39-40 degrees high temperature;
- 40-41 degrees - excessively high;
- 41-42 degrees - hyperpyretic; life-threatening.
Fever is a protective thermoregulatory reaction of the body that occurs in response to the action of various stimuli. It's risky to knock it down on your own. But if the temperature is too high, and the doctor has not yet come, give the patient an antipyretic and apply cold compresses soaked in water and vinegar on his hands, feet and head. Change often so that you do not have time to warm up. Take care!
