
Essentials for Older People: Things like physical exertion, heavy clothing, high humidity and heat, strong emotions, and certain medications can trigger your body temperature to rise. Salmonella infection. Accessed April 5, Related coverage. We also consider factors affecting body temperature, and when to call a doctor.





Fevers generally go away within a few days.

Fever in Adults
A fever develops as the body's natural way of reacting to and fighting infection. Merck Manual Professional Version. The Manual was first published in as a service to the community. Drink more fluids, avoiding alcohol as this can make dehydration worse.







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