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How likely is a 106-106.8 fever to cause brain damage if maintained around a week?
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Very: A temperature that high is incompatible with life. You must mean 100.6. In an adult that shouldn't cause brain damage.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Brain damage: Fevers in the range of 106 are dangerous for many reasons, if lasting a week or more then yes there can be a risk of brain damage.
Answered 8/28/2016
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