subject: Fever And Cavities Specialist Doctors In Delhi [print this page] Fever is an abnormally high body temperature, usually accompanied by shivering, headache, and in severe instances, restlessness. Fever which is also known as pyrexia or controlled hyperthermia is a common medical sign characterized by an elevation of temperature above the normal range of due to an increase in the body temperature regulatory set-point. This increase in set-point triggers increased muscle tone and shivering.
Fever can cause you to feel very uncomfortable. Signs and symptoms of a fever include the following:
Temperature greater than 100.4 F (38 C) in adults and children
Shivering, shaking, chills
Aching muscles and joints
Headache
Intermittent sweats
Rapid heart rate or palpitations
Skin flushing
Feeling faint, dizzy, or lightheaded
Weakness
With very high temperature (> 104 F/40 C), convulsions, hallucination, or confusion is possible. Seek medical attention.
There can be many reasons of occurrence of fever. Some of the causes are:
An infection - such as strep throat, flu, chickenpox or pneumonia
Rheumatoid arthritis
Some medications
Over-exposure of skin to sunlight (sunburn)
Heat stroke - may be caused either by exposure to high temperatures (nonexertional heat stroke) or prolonged strenuous exercise.
Silicosis - a type of lung disease caused by long-term exposure to silica dust.
Amphetamine abuse
Alcohol withdrawal
Ear infection
Sinusitis
Symptoms may vary according to the causes. The main risk of mild or moderate fevers is dehydration. When a person has a fever, they need more fluids than usual. Make sure to give enough fluid in various forms because fever can cause bitterness in mouth and the patient can deny eating or drinking anything.
A fever greater than 106 degrees Fahrenheit can result in brain damage and possibly death. Fevers greater than 106 degrees are very unusual. If your child or anyone around you is suffering from fever than consult a fever specialist doctor or general physician to diagnose the cause behind fever and its proper treatment.
Cavity occurs as a result of tooth decay. Dental cavity is common in children. Tooth decay is the destruction of tooth structure. Tooth decay can affect both the enamel (the outer coating of the tooth) and the dentin (the inner layer of the tooth).
Tooth decay occurs when foods containing carbohydrates (sugars and starches) such as breads, cereals, milk, soda, fruits, cakes, or candy are left on the teeth. Bacteria that live in the mouth digest these foods, turning them into acids. The bacteria, acid, food debris, and saliva combine to form plaque, which clings to the teeth. The acids in plaque dissolve the enamel surface of the teeth, creating holes in the teeth called cavities. Eating food that sticks in between teeth and not gargling after every meal makes it worse.
There may be no symptoms. If symptoms occur, they may include:
Tooth pain or achy feeling, particularly after sweet, hot, or cold foods and drinks
Visible pits or holes in the teeth
You can prevent cavity by maintaining oral hygiene, eating less food and avoiding food that sticks to your teeth. You must go to a dentist or a cavity specialist dentist if you have tooth ache or cavity and get it filled before the complete tooth gets spoilt.
