Fever
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Fever is the rise in body temperature above its usual range, and it is a response of the body to infections or other processes. More than a disease in itself, it is a sign that something is happening in the body.
Common causes: It usually accompanies infections from viruses or bacteria, although it can also arise from inflammation, reactions, or other conditions.
When should you see a doctor? It is advisable to seek care if the fever is very high, is prolonged, appears in children or vulnerable people, or is accompanied by symptoms that cause concern.
Which specialist treats it? The general practitioner and the internist usually guide its evaluation, with support from the infectious disease specialist when an infectious cause is suspected, and from the pediatrician in children. For persistent or intense fever, it is advisable to have it evaluated by a professional.
Data on 501 doctors who treat fever
Which specialist treats fever?
For a fever, a General Practitioner can assess the cause and guide the initial approach. See this specialist if the fever is persistent, high, or accompanied by other warning symptoms. You can book an appointment for a timely evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in fever
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Victor Hugo Santos Diego
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Frequently asked questions
What is fever?
Fever is the rise in body temperature above its usual range, and it is a response of the body to infections or other processes. More than a disease in itself, it is a sign that something is happening in the body.
Which doctor treats fever?
For a fever, a General Practitioner can assess the cause and guide the initial approach. See this specialist if the fever is persistent, high, or accompanied by other warning symptoms. You can book an appointment for a timely evaluation.