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What to do for 101 degree fever in adults?

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Hello doctor,

I have a fever of 101 degree Fahrenheit. It has been almost 12 hours. I cannot breathe properly. My eyes are burning. I ate a Paracetamol 650 mg about one hour ago. Head feels heavy. Dizziness and confusion are the symptoms. Please help.
Answered by Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

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Dr. Sandhya Narayankutty is a General Practioner and Family Physician with more than eight years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS from Cochin University of Science and Technology and MD in Dermatology and Venereology at the Uzhhorod National University. She is currently practicing in Thrissur.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

After careful analysis of the history provided, I would like to assure you that having symptoms of eye burns, dizziness and confusion while having a viral fever is normal. You do not have to worry about that. Having said that, since you have mentioned that you have been having similar episodes in the past, I would like to suggest you to: do a complete blood analysis, consult a neurologist and undergo a head scan and you need to make sure you are not dehydrated.

As of now, you need to continue having Paracetamol, thrice daily, if fever is not subsiding even a little, you need to consider going down to a clinic to have a Paracetamol shot. Also, drink a lot of water and eat healthy. Stay healthy and positive.

Thank you and take care.

Regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At April 7, 2018
Reviewed At June 3, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sandhya Narayankutty is a General Practioner and Family Physician with more than eight years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS from Cochin University of Science and Technology and MD in Dermatology and Venereology at the Uzhhorod National University. She is currently practicing in Thrissur.

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Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty
Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

Venereology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sandhya Narayankutty is a General Practioner and Family Physician with more than eight years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS from Cochin University of Science and Technology and MD in Dermatology and Venereology at the Uzhhorod National University. She is currently practicing in Thrissur.

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