Fever usually indicates an underlying infection of some sort. Normal body temperature is around 37°C, & any temperature of 37.5°C (99.5°F) & above is considered a fever.
Chills is a symptom that often accompanies a fever, as well as feeling cold.
Causes
The most common cause of a fever is the flu, cough or cold.
Other infections that can cause fever include:
- Ear infections
- Tonsillitis
- Urinary tract or kidney infections
- Childhood conditions like chickenpox & whooping cough
You may also have a raised temperature following vaccination, or from becoming overheated. Children have a harder time regulating their body temperature than adults, and can become feverish due to too much bedding or clothing.
Symptoms
- Recurrent or constant pain in or around the eyes
- Sudden eye pain
- Itching or burning eyes
- Changes in vision, such as blurring, double vision, or obstruction
- Floaters
- Seeing halos around lights or flashing lights
- Photosensitivity (painful or significant sensitivity to light)
- Swollen eyelids
- Discharge from the eye
Please note that sudden, unexplainable blurred vision is an emergency, as it can indicate a stroke or a retinal detachment.
What to do next?
If you are experiencing a fever, with or without other symptoms, we recommend that you come for an appointment & a diagnosis. You can book using our online system, or give us a call during office hours to make your appointment.
