What Is a Low Grade Fever?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
7. Causes - Stress
A persistent low-grade fever can occur when there is chronic emotional stress. This phenomenon is also known as psychogenic fever. It is more common among young women and individuals who have conditions that are exacerbated by stress (such as fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome).
Although it is a known condition, there are only a few doctors who study and treat this condition. Since it is not fully understood, it is often diagnosed as a fever without a known cause. The treatment options for this condition are similar to treatment for other stress-related diseases. Medications such as acetaminophen (paracetamol) are generally ineffective in fevers caused by stress.
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