Fever

Understanding Fever

At The Emergency Center, we offer immediate and expert care dealing with fever related health issues. Fever is a natural response to infections, often indicating that your body is fighting off an illness. While minor fevers can be managed at home, severe or persistent fevers may require medical intervention.

Symptoms of Fever

  • High Temperature:
    A fever is typically defined as a body
    temperature over 100.4°F (38°C).

  • Sweating and Chills:
    These can accompany a fever as your body attempts to regulate its temperature.

  • Headache and Muscle Aches:
    Common discomforts associated with fever.

  • Fatigue and Weakness:
    Feeling unusually tired or weak.

  • Dehydration:
    Reduced fluid intake and increased
    fluid loss can lead to dehydration.

When to Go to the ER
Seek emergency care for a fever if you experience:

  • Infants (0-3 months): Any fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher.

  • Children: Fevers over 102°F (39°C) lasting more than two days or accompanied by severe symptoms like rash, persistent crying, or seizures.

  • Adults: Fevers of 105°F (40.5°C) or higher, or accompanied by symptoms such as severe headache, difficulty breathing, chest pain, persistent vomiting,
    or confusion.

  • Compromised Immune System: If you have a weakened immune system due to conditions such as cancer or HIV, seek immediate care for any fever.

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Common Causes

Fever can result from various conditions, including:

  • Infections: Bacterial, viral, or fungal.

  • Heat Exhaustion: Overheating due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures.

  • Inflammatory Conditions:Such as rheumatoid arthritis.

  • Medication Reactions: Certain medications can cause fevers as a side effect.

Diagnostic Services
To accurately diagnose the cause of
a fever, we offer:

  • Blood Tests: To detect infections and inflammatory markers.

  • Imaging: X-rays and CT scans to identify any underlying conditions.

  • Urine Tests: To diagnose urinary tract infections and other related issues.

Why Choose The Emergency Center?

The Emergency Center offers immediate, specialized care for fever, equipped with a team of board-certified ER physicians and advanced diagnostic services. We are committed to providing prompt, effective treatment to ensure rapid recovery and prevent complications.

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What Our Patients are Saying About Us

My visit to the emergency center of San Antonio was amazing. I was seen right away for sciatica pain. Dr. Styskal was amazing. I was treated right away and sent home with my medication. I wish more facilities would practice this without you having to make an additional stop at a pharmacy for medication. I know five stars is the highest I can give but they deserve 100+ stars.

Lizette M. ★★★★★

I was skeptical about going to the Emergency room, because for me ER’s have a bad reputation. My experience here was one of the best experience I’ve ever had. Keith at the front desk was very nice and went above and beyond for me. I forget my insurance card and wanted to know how much my co pay would be. He looked me up with no issue, brought my a wheelchair to ease my pain, as well as started

Mecia T. ★★★★★

My first time coming here, was greeted immediately by Keith and Debbie and helped. When in the back, Nichole wasted no time getting my vitals, checking on how I was feeling, and was super friendly and comforting while doing so. Dr. Erdner was very nice, and informative. Johnny got my CT scan quickly and made the process easy, and fast. All together the staff made my visit a great experience.

Nicole D. ★★★★★