A fever is described as an elevated temperature, hyperthermia,
or pyrexia. A fever is usually just a minor illness, but it can
also represent a serious infection. plenty of fluids, rest, and
cool air will help to make the person more comfortable.
| Age |
Temperature/Symptom |
| 3 months & younger |
rectal temp of 100.2 F (37.9 C) or higher |
| 3-6 months |
101 F (38.3 C) or higher |
| 6-12 months |
103 F (39.4 C) or higher |
| A child under 2 years |
fever that lasts longer than 24-48 hours |
| Older children & Adults |
fever that lasts longer than 48-72 hours |
| Anyone |
a fever 105 F (40.5 C), that doesn't readily come down |
| Anyone |
very irritable, confused, difficulty breathing,
stiff neck, won't move limbs, 1st time seizure. |
| Anyone |
Sore throat, earache, or cough |
| Anyone |
if you think you have incorrectly dosed
acetaminophen or ibuprofen |
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An infection caused by Coxiella burnetii, a
bacteria.
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This disease can be found in sheep, cattle, goats,
cats, birds, dogs, rodents, ticks, and a few other animals. Humans
are capable of catching the fever from any of these animals.
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Infected animals leave traces of the bacteria in
milk, urine, feces, and birth products.
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Humans catch the disease by inhaling contaminated
air droplets.
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Farmers, veterinarians, sheep and dairy workers, and
laboratory works are at the highest risk of contacting the fever.
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Incubation before flu-like symptoms appear can last
up to a month.
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One-third of those infected get a slight case of
pnuemonia.
