Fever in adults: what to check and when to get help
How to check a temperature, what usually helps, and the signs that mean you should be seen today.
When to get emergency care
- Call 112 for a stiff neck, a rash that does not fade, confusion, a seizure or trouble breathing.
Get emergency help or call 112.
Guide
A fever is a sign, not a diagnosis. Most fevers settle on their own. Drink fluids and rest. Check your temperature twice a day. Write down when it started. Call 112 for a stiff neck, a rash that does not fade, confusion or trouble breathing.