Being sick is never fun. Sometimes, our bodies will raise our body’s temperature to combat an illness, causing a fever. Not all illnesses cause fevers, however, it is important to seek medical care if you’re sick and experiencing a fever. Fevers indicate a more severe illness and although not all illnesses that cause fevers will require medical treatment, it’s better to be safe than sorry. If you’re in need of illness symptom diagnosis and treatment, AFC Urgent Care Bedford is available 7 days a week! We accept walk-in patients and have a lab on-site for same-day diagnostic testing services. Walk in today, or schedule your visit online here.
Common Causes of a Fever
Self-diagnosing the cause of your illness symptoms can be difficult. Many common conditions that can lead to a fever can share symptoms including congestion, a sore throat, a cough, and fatigue. The most common causes of a fever are viral infections such as colds and the flu. These infections are highly contagious and can quickly spread around an office or school. However, other infections such as sinus infections and pneumonia can also cause a fever. If you have a fever, it is always best to seek medical care to ensure that you get the necessary treatment in a timely manner, rather than trying to manage the symptoms on your own.
When to Seek Medical Care
In most cases, a fever will resolve on its own within 48 hours. During this time, it is important to stay hydrated and focus on treating your symptoms with over-the-counter medications such as fever reducers and decongestants. If your fever lasts longer than 48 hours, or is higher than 105℉ it is important to seek urgent care. Fevers that last more than 48 hours or are unusually high can lead to complications without prompt medical intervention. Young children, the elderly, or anyone with a compromised immune system should be especially cautious and seek medical care for illness symptoms such as fever.
At-Home Care
Walk into AFC Bedford for Same-Day Illness Care in Bedford, MA
If you’re feeling sick and develop a fever, you should seek medical care. In some cases, illnesses that cause a fever require medical treatment, and delaying care could cause complications. At AFC Urgent Care Bedford, our walk-in clinic makes it easy to diagnose the underlying cause of your symptoms. We have a lab on-site and offer many molecular tests with same-day results. To learn more about the services that we offer, walk into the clinic or contact us directly at (781) 430-8161.
