Why is it wise not to treat a fever?
471503
According to my professors in medical school the critical point to start treating fever is 103 farenheit.  Otherwise, it is safe to let it burn.  You see, this is one way to let the body take some of the resources that the pathogen would like to use, out of their hands.  Enzymes denature at higher temperatures...enzymes that the bacteria or viruses use to reproduce or create toxins.\n\nIf you decide to treat your fever you should use the classic anti-pyretics (anti-fever).  Tylenol for instance.  Dont use too much.  Monitor your fever and if it gets too high then go to the emergency room.
1094962
The only valid reason for any prescribed medicine would be a serious impairement.  Otherwise, all medication should be weaned down and eliminated.  We are made to be healthy.  We are not made to be sick.  With reasonable eating and exercise, most of us can handle daily life pretty well.
67011
I've been told that if the body's temperature is above 102 F for an extending period of time then it is time to see a doctor.  If a temperature reach 104 F you need to seek medical attention ASAP.  Please though refer to qualified medical advice first.
241506
When was the last time she ate?  You can wait until tomorrow if she is taking fluids and she doesn't have vomiting or diarrhea and her fever doesn't go above 103.0. Fever is not an illness. Far from being an enemy, it is an important part of the body's defense against infection. Many infants and children develop high fevers with minor viral illnesses. While a fever signals to us that a battle might be going on in the body, the fever is fighting FOR the person, not against.  Be sure to give her a lot of fluids and don't over dress her.  If she does have vomiting or diarrhea or she can't keep liquids down then I would take her to the ER.  Good luck.
17531
WHY! YOU THINK SHE HAS A FEVER? I'M NO DOCTOR.
582105
You really shouldn't, the risk of spreading the infection to others is great, the risk of raising your temperature to dangerous levels is great, the risk of heart attack if your temperature gets too high is too great.\n\nStay home, rest, relax. When you go back to exercizing, start slow, build back up.
180542
You don't treat a cold with antibiotics. Please, don't put your health in the hands of an amateur forum. Respect your mind and body. Consult your doctor. (I am a physician myself and this is the best advice I can possibly give you.)
1169583
A temperature of 99.0 to 99.9 indicates only one illness: hypochondria.  Normal temperatures range from about 96.0 to 100.0, and even by a conservative estimate, temperatures below about 100.5 don't count as a fever, and aren't cause for alarm.  What you describe sounds to be well within normal range.\n\nI must say, though, I'm a bit confused as to why you posted this in the cancer catagory.  Also, this is something that should be discussed with the child's pediatrician, not random people online who may or may not know what they're talking about.
682807
the point about cold medicine is to treat symptoms. when it comes down to it, the larger part of viruses is practically impossible to treat. in many cases you just wait for it to self-resolve after supportive treatment.\n\nerm although i agree in some terms with the below poster, there's no denying the scientific improvements have guided us to better treatment not in terms of supportive care but of prevention, direct treatment of pathologies and/or prognosis. the twentieth century in all terms was an accomplishment for medicine.
912259
No! Your body needs all that energy to fight the bacterias, do try to avoid all kinds of vigourous activities until you're fine. Or your illness could just drag on longer.
360189
This normally happens when you have a fever or you have general malaise.  sometimes you are not aware that your body is reacting to something bad.   This is normally related to diseases like malaria. See a doctor if symptoms persist.
104193
When you are sick your body will heat up inside in order to try and kill the virus or bacteria that is invading your body.  It is best not to lower your temperature, since you will fight off the illness quicker, if possible.
80982
if you are a doctor, it is your sworn duty to treat the sick, your wisdom is your only basis. if you are not a doctor and it appears you are not, don't do it
257440
A fever is a response by the immune system, and yes it is very helpful. This is not just my opinion, it is factual, learned in college. A low grade fever is beneficial because the body is raising its body temperature to kill any invading viruses and/or bacteria. You don't always want to run to the medicine cabinet to get rid of a fever, because then you are defeating the whole purpose. \n\nThat said, a high fever can be dangerous. In adults, anything over 101 F is cause for alarm. Ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and aspirin (only in adults) can lower the fever. If the fever is above 104 in adults, I would recommend a visit to ER. \n\nDoesn't the pharmacist know this information? I sure hope so...
351922
It depends on a lot of factors, including what other symptoms are being exhibited, what have you tried to do to bring it down, how long has it been up, what were the circumstances surrounding the high temperature (was the child covered up, asleep, running around, etc.), what is your child's "normal" high temperature (some children run higher fevers than others), and how was the temperature taken (ear thermometers are notoriously inaccurate)?  For some children it is not unusual to run a fever around 105 or 106.  For others, 104 is extremely high.  Generally, speaking, I wouldn't go to the emergency room for just a fever, but if the child is running a high fever (over 101, at least) and seems lethargic, complains of a headache, or just seems particularly ill, then it would be worth a trip to calm your nerves, if nothing else.
855874
Yes.\nAny infection is dengerous to anyone who has an immune-supressing condition ie cancer. The fever will be even more dangerous if the child is recieveing chemotherapy as this attacks the cells which fight off infections. \nWow I've learnt something after all of these months in treatment!
502375
Your fever is your body fighting the infection. It raises it's temperature to kill the bacteria. When you feel cold, it's your body reacting to your fever trying to cool you down by giving you chills so you won't be uncomfortabley hot.