Whether stemming from a wound, a toothache or an infection like the flu, nearly everyone has experienced the discomfort of having a fever. While fevers can be inconvenient and are sometimes a sign of ...

If you’ve found yourself puzzling over your thermometer and wondering what temperature is considered a fever lately, you’re definitely not alone. Given that fever is the most common symptom of the new ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: What is a fever? I mean, when I should worry about my temperature? I usually run slightly below normal. -- A.O.A. ANSWER: Although 38 degrees Celsius (100.4 degrees Fahrenheit) is ...

When you’re feeling sick and wondering whether to go to work or school, the thermometer often has the final verdict. Most people have been taught a body temperature of 98.6 Fahrenheit is normal, while ...