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High fever is a symptom in which a person's internal body temperature is quite high, usually above 102 degrees. Influenza (the flu), other infections, or serious inflammation are some conditions that can cause high fevers.

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Is a type of:

Fever

How long it usually lasts:

Short-term (lasts days to weeks)

How common it is:

Common

Is Symptom of

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Is a Side Effect of

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