"Fevers are Actually Good" know Why ?

"Fevers are Actually Good" know Why ?

Fever is nothing but sudden raise in body temperature, If the body temperature is above 100.4°F we consider it as fever. Though fever is considered as something to worry, it's actually a good thing that happens.

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Fever is a response that our body create to protect itself from harmful pathogens like Viruses, Bacteria and fungi.

When pathogens enter the body White blood cells also called as Immune cells produce chemicals called "Pyrogens", which will be released into the blood stream.

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When these pyrogens enter the brain and reaches a small part called "Hypothalamus" regulates our body temperature.

Thus suddenly raising our body temperature leading to fever.

As many pathogens cannot survive high temperatures, body produces fever in order to protect our body by killing or stopping the multiplication of pathogens.

Thus making sure body is safe to an extent.

So as this is just a symptom that occurs while our body is fighting the pathogens. This is considered as Good.

But not all Fevers are good, some pathogens cannot be killed at higher temperatures too, then medications must be taken

There are some symptoms that warns us to see a doctor they are

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1. Extremely sleepy
2. Not resolved for more than 3 days
3. Decrease in Urination
4. Rashes
5. Trouble in breathing
6. Swelling

If the person suffering with fever is less than 3 months old or having any serious medical history see doctor immediately.

Do not panic if you or anyone has temperature, instead notice the symptoms and behave accordingly.