how many days viral fever lasts - #21080
I am feeling really anxious about this viral fever I caught. It started just a few days ago — like outta nowhere, I was perfectly fine and then boom, chills and a high temp of 102°F. Doc said it's viral but didn’t really give me a clear answer on how many days viral fever lasts. I can't remember when I had my last good night’s sleep or even just a moment without feeling hot and sweaty! It's like every little ache is amplified and I keep wondering when this will end. Friends had similar symptoms but seemed to bounce back after about five days, so I’m kinda confused about why my fever hasn’t gone down yet and how many days viral fever lasts on average. I read mixed things online, some say viral fevers can hang around for a week or longer. So naturally, I started freaking out thinking maybe I need to go back to the doctor or if this is normal. Should I just ride it out? Or should I be on the lookout for other symptoms? I mean, what if it’s something worse? Anyway, can anyone share their experiences or give me some insight on how many days viral fever lasts usually? I just wanna get better soon!
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