What causes intermittent fever?
Jan 16, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Jiang Weimin
Introduction
In general, intermittent fever may be caused by physiological factors such as excessive emotional fluctuations, or pathological factors such as viral infections and autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Symptoms can be relieved through medication and improving lifestyle habits. Patients should seek timely medical attention when experiencing intermittent fever to prevent worsening of their discomfort.
Occasionally experiencing fever may typically be caused by physiological factors such as significant emotional fluctuations, or it could result from pathological conditions like viral infections or autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Symptoms can be alleviated through medication, improving lifestyle habits, and other approaches.
I. Physiological Factors
If a patient undergoes intense emotional fluctuations, it may affect blood circulation and the body's temperature regulation center, leading to intermittent episodes of fever. These symptoms can be relieved through adequate rest, drinking water in small amounts frequently, and similar measures.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Viral Infection
Viral infections may arise due to factors such as low immunity or frequent visits to crowded places, including diseases like novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) and influenza. These conditions may cause intermittent fever along with other discomforts such as muscle aches, fatigue, and headaches. Under medical guidance, patients may take antiviral medications such as Acyclovir tablets or Ganciclovir dispersible tablets, or use analgesic and antipyretic drugs like Ibuprofen tablets or Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) tablets for treatment.
2. Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction may result from prolonged mental stress or excessive life pressure, potentially causing recurrent fever, difficulty concentrating, memory decline, frequent urination, and other symptoms. Under a doctor’s supervision, medications such as Oryzanol tablets or Vitamin B1 tablets may be used to alleviate these symptoms.
In addition, other conditions such as wound infections or rhinitis may also lead to intermittent fever. Patients who experience recurring fever should seek timely medical attention and begin appropriate treatment under professional guidance to prevent worsening of symptoms.
