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What is considered a fever? if i have oral temp of 37.5c is that a fever? i have a sore throat but i have gerd so the acid burns back of my throat. i have a dull headache as well but its behind my eye comes and goes. havent traveled and no cough.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

No: Most consider that well within the normal range of body temperature that varies through the day. A reading of 38 C or above is considered fever.

Answered 4/6/2020

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A member asked:

What is considered a fever? if i have oral temp of 37.5c is that a fever? i have a sore throat but i have gerd so the acid burns back of my throat. i have a dull headache as well but its behind my eye comes and goes. havent traveled and no cough.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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