FEVER

Overview

A significant percentage of adults experience fevers each year, yet many disregard the symptoms or fail to understand their causes. Experiencing a fever means your body is responding to an underlying condition, often indicating an infection or other health issue. This response can have a noticeable impact on both your professional and personal life.

Every year, countless adults navigate the challenges of managing fevers without proper diagnosis or understanding. Research indicates that adults dealing with fever often encounter misunderstandings and misconceptions, which can lead to feelings of frustration, low self-esteem, and anxiety about their health status.

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Fever in adults poses its own challenges and associated conditions. The most common related problems include:

Infection Fevers often signal the body's fight against infections, ranging from the common cold to more serious conditions.

Inflammatory Diseases Conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus can trigger fever as a symptom of inflammation.

Heat Exhaustion Exposure to high temperatures can result in heat-related illnesses, including fever.

Medication Reactions Some medications can induce fever as a side effect.

Dehydration A severe, potentially life-threatening condition that can elevate body temperature.

Thyroid Disorders Including hyperthyroidism, causing an increase in metabolic rate and body temperature.

Blood Clots Including deep vein thrombosis, which can occasionally cause fever.

Depending on your specific situation, your doctor might recommend different strategies, including rest, hydration, medication, or further investigation to identify and treat the underlying cause.

Our Services

At Lyons Primary Care Group, we adopt a comprehensive strategy for managing fevers in adults. We evaluate your overall health, lifestyle, personal goals, and how fever affects you uniquely. Our fever management service is designed to meet the individual needs and objectives of anyone seeking to understand and manage their fevers better, ensuring a healthier, more comfortable life.

Treatment

Access to effective treatment options is essential in managing fevers. Our providers perform thorough evaluations to determine safe and suitable treatments, such as:

Antihistamines

Decongestants

Nasal corticosteroids

Fever reducers (such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen)

Antibiotics (if a bacterial infection is present)

Continuous monitoring is provided, with adjustments made as necessary to achieve the best results while maintaining the highest health standards. We work closely with you to develop a plan that fits easily into your lifestyle, making your path to managing fevers both successful and sustainable.

While medications play a key role in treating fevers, consulting with a qualified healthcare provider to get the right treatment plan for you is vital.

Lyons Primary Care Group’s health care specialists have reviewed this content for educational purposes. It's not intended to replace your doctor's advice. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your provider.