how many days fever is normal - #20418
I am really confused about what’s going on with me right now. Last week, I came down with a fever that hit 102°F. At first, I thought maybe it was just a mild virus or something, but it's now been five days, and I'm still running a low-grade fever. I mean, I feel exhausted and achy, but it’s not unbearable or anything. I’ve been drinking fluids and taking over-the-counter meds to keep it down, but it just won't go away!! I’ve read conflicting stuff online about how many days fever is normal, and it's making me anxious. Like, is it normal for a fever to last this long? My friend said her daughter had a fever for a week once, and they thought it was just a bad cold, but should I be worried? What if this is something more serious? I don't have any rash or severe symptoms, just this pesky fever. Should I wait it out a bit longer or see a doctor? I just want to know how many days fever is normal vs when I need to take action. This is messing with my work and life!
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