Defervescence
Defervescence refers to the period during which a fever is subsiding or has subsided. It is a term commonly used in medicine to describe the process of a fever reducing or completely going away. This can occur naturally as the body fights off an infection, or it can be induced by antipyretic medications.
Causes of Defervescence[edit | edit source]
Defervescence can occur due to a variety of reasons. The most common cause is the body's natural immune response to an infection. When the body detects a foreign substance, such as a bacteria or virus, it raises its temperature to create an environment that is less hospitable to these invaders. Once the infection has been cleared, the body's temperature will naturally return to normal.
Defervescence can also be induced by antipyretic medications, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. These medications work by acting on the body's temperature-regulating center in the hypothalamus, causing it to lower the body's set point for temperature.
Symptoms of Defervescence[edit | edit source]
The main symptom of defervescence is a reduction in body temperature. This can be measured using a thermometer. Other symptoms may include a reduction in other symptoms associated with fever, such as sweating, chills, and feeling unwell.
Treatment of Defervescence[edit | edit source]
Treatment for defervescence is typically focused on treating the underlying cause of the fever. This may involve antibiotics for bacterial infections, antiviral medications for viral infections, or other treatments as appropriate. Antipyretic medications can also be used to help reduce the fever and make the patient more comfortable.
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