11/03/2026
A fever is your body's way of telling you something may be going on. But when should you be concerned? 🌡️
A fever can accompany many common infections, but other symptoms and how long it lasts matter, too.
When should you seek medical care?
-Your fever persists for several days or keeps returning.
-You have a severe headache, worsening symptoms, or signs of dehydration.
-Your fever comes with a new rash or significant pain.
-You're feeling worse instead of better.
For infants younger than 3 months, a temperature of 100.4 F or higher requires immediate medical evaluation. Seek emergency care for difficulty breathing, confusion, a stiff neck with fever, a seizure, or other severe symptoms.
Not sure what to do about a fever? AFC can evaluate your symptoms and help determine the next steps for care.
