Fever

Fever is often associated with symptoms such as flushed face, chills, a feeling of weakness and light-headedness, aching muscles and joints, loss of appetite and increased pulse rate.

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There are instances, however, in which a fever can cause problems. A moderately high fever may pose a risk for people with cardiac problems, since it makes the heart beat faster and work harder, and can cause irregular heart rhythms, chest pain or heart attack. Very high fever during the first trimester of pregnancy can cause birth defects. Fever over 41 C, especially for prolonged periods, can cause dehydration and brain injury.

Fever is often associated with symptoms such as flushed face, chills, a feeling of weakness and light-headedness, aching muscles and joints, loss of appetite and increased pulse rate. Perspiration is the natural result of the body's attempt to lower its temperature. Fever with a sore throat may indicate influenza, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, mumps, meningitis or glandular fever.

Diet should be kept light but nutritious until the fever drops. Since a fever will deplete the body's energy stores, caloric needs are increased and intake should be adjusted accordingly. Appetite is typically reduced, so a fortified, high-protein meal replacement shake may be an appropriate way to maintain caloric needs and prevent muscle wasting. A high fluid intake is essential to compensate for the loss that occurs with the fever. Lemon and honey drinks are good.

Nutritional and Herbal support for a Fever includes:

Bio Attack - Olive leaf extract and anti-microbial herbs for treating infections. Olive leaf lowers a fever.

Advanced Antioxidant Formula - for immune modulation.

Catnip, Elderflower, Feverfew - herbs for lowering fevers, best if consumed as a tea.

Fevamed - A homoeopathic remedy designed to assist the body's normal fever response.

Some interesting points on Fevers:

Get plenty of rest while the temperature is elevated. Avoid rapid changes in temperature. Consume large quantities of liquids to prevent dehydration and flush out toxins.

Drink distilled water and juices but avoid solid food until fever breaks. The digestion of food uses up a lot of energy better spent on getting well. Vegetable broths and soups are acceptable if the person is hungry.

As long as a fever does not get too high (above 39 C) let it run its course. It helps to fight infections and eliminate toxins. Seek advice.

If the body temperature rises above 37.8 C (39.5 C in a child), take measures to reduce the fever, and consult a health care provider. This can be a sign of a worsening infection.

Take sponge baths. Use water that is 1 degree lower than the person's temperature. If the water is too cool it will cause problems.

In all cases of fever in children, seek advice from your health care professional immediately.