Tag: Fever

Mononucleosis, "mono" for short, is a systemic viral infection that causes fatigue, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, and a fever. If that sounds like every other viral infection, you're not wrong. Often called the kissing disease, mono spreads through a person's saliva and other bodily fluids. Mono usually sorts itself out on its own in a few weeks. However, watch out for secondary issues such as liver and spleen disorders. Treatment includes ample rest, hydration, and consuming foods that can help build immunity.

The human immune system is made up of a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that form a team to maintain overall health and...

Measles, also called rubeola, is a highly contagious viral disease. It is more prevalent in kids and spreads easily, especially at creches and nurseries....

There are few things more painful than canker sores. They can make it hard to eat or talk! And while these open sores aren’t...

There are few things more painful than canker sores. They can make it hard to eat or talk! And while these open sores aren’t...

While an obstruction anywhere in the biliary system can lead to jaundice which makes the stool pale, any disorder in the liver, pancreas or gallbladder can also make your poop become white or pale yellow in color. Other underlying health conditions could be cancer of the liver or pancreas, yellow fever, or congenital abnormalities like G6PD deficiency or Gilbert's syndrome.

Green poop is a common stool color change that could either be because you had leafy greens for dinner or are on vitamin or iron supplements. Though it is highly unlikely to be a cause for concern, but if the texture is loose, slimy, and smells of rotten egg it could indicate a gastrointestinal infection. Be sure to see a doctor if the condition accompanies fever or vomiting.

A fever above 41°C (105.8°F) can cause multiple organ failure and warrants immediate medical attention. Regardless of intensity, a fever accompanied by other symptoms like headaches, rashes, low BP, etc. can be indicative of serious underlying conditions and must be investigated further. People suffering from dementia or heart or lung diseases must not ignore a fever.

Food buildup with bacterial growth, consumption of antibiotics, use of oral care products with oxidizing agents, papillary inflammation after extracting a tooth, mucus accrual after nasal drainage, underlying conditions like HIV, jaundice, and cancer, and smoking – are all causes of a yellow tongue. Scrape your tongue, floss, gargle with hydrogen peroxide solution, drink lots of water, eat fibers, and quit smoking.

The most common cause of fevers in babies is a viral infection. In some cases, teething can cause a slight increase in body temperature....

According to Ayurvedic legend, Lord Shiva in his wrathful form as Rudra, gave birth to fever after a long spell of meditation. His focus...

What is Fever? This sinister yet common ailment is an endeavor of the body to ease the bodily system from the pressure of something wrong. From...