According to Peter NALIN, an Associate Professor of Clinical Family Medicine at the Indiana University America, “Fever is an elevated temperature of the human body that is substantially beyond the normal range.

Fever usually arises following the stimulation of the body’s immune system. It’s a response to an attack by infectious agents such as viruses or bacteria. The hypothalamus is a region of the brain that communicates with the body to produce and retain heat when it detects problems or abnormalities. This heat is the fever we experience. An over-the-counter medication like Sudrex can be used to fight against fever.

Although, fevers are commonly associated with infections, but there are several reasons why one may develop fever;

• MEDICATIONS: Some medications, particularly those that affect the immune system, can cause fever as a side effect. Examples include certain antibiotics, antihistamines, and medications used to treat seizures or mood disorders.
• STRESS OR ANXIETY: This condition, also known as psychogenic fever, is thought to be brought on by modifications in the area of the brain responsible for controlling body temperature.
• INFLAMMATORY CONDITION: The immune system causes inflammation throughout the body in some illnesses, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or inflammatory bowel disease, which raises body temperature and causes a fever.
• VACCINES & IMMUNIZATIONS: Receiving vaccine can lead to a low-grade fever as the body mounts an immune response to the vaccine components.

Fever can be caused by variety of factors but it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional or use Sudrex if you experience persistent or high-grade fever, as it may indicate an underlying medical condition that requires treatment.

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