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10 Essential FAQs About Fever: Understanding the Heat-Part 1

Rao Doctor

A fever, medically known as pyrexia, is characterized by a temporary elevation in the body’s temperature. F (37°C), although this can vary slightly among individuals and throughout the day. Heat Exhaustion: Exposure to excessive heat, whether environmental or due to physical exertion, results in heat exhaustion.

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Fever FAQs (contd.)- Signs, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

Rao Doctor

One of the primary tools used in diagnosing fever is the thermometer, an instrument that measures body temperature. Fever can present alongside other symptoms, such as chills and fatigue, which may help in diagnosing the underlying cause. Fever is a common indication that the body is fighting off infection.

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Public Facing Education via Social Media: A Podcast with Julie McFadden, Matt Tyler, Sammy Winemaker and Hsien Seow

GeriPal

How you actually physically started doing this and built up so many followers over time and why are you doing it? Eric: I guess another question I’d be worried about, I’m going to turn to you first on this, Matt, is do patients ask you or family members ask you for medical advice? And how do you deal with that?

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