Warning Signs Of Swollen Lymph Nodes

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A fever is an abnormally high body temperature, and it can develop in response to an infection or another underlying illness. Normal body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. In adults, a low-grade fever is considered to be between 98.7 and 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit, and temperatures above this are considered high. Patients who have a fever should monitor their temperature at least a few times a day, and oral or forehead thermometers will both produce reliable readings. To treat a fever, individuals might want to use over-the-counter fever reducers, and it can be beneficial to apply a damp cloth to the forehead. Some patients find tepid sponging to be soothing, and switching on a fan could help as well. Doctors recommend that individuals with a fever try to drink a larger volume of fluids than they normally would. Adults with a fever of 103 degrees Fahrenheit or higher should make a doctor's appointment. Additionally, patients should go to an urgent care center or the emergency room if the fever occurs in conjunction with swollen lymph nodes, disorientation, continuous vomiting, chest pain, breathing issues, or a rash.

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