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Gynecology and Obstetrics /
Pregnancy Complicated by Disease /
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Fevers During Pregnancy /

OTHER TOPICS IN THIS CHAPTER

Pregnancy Complicated by Disease
Anemia in Pregnancy
Asthma in Pregnancy
Autoimmune Disorders in Pregnancy
Cancer in Pregnancy
COVID-19 During Pregnancy
Diabetes Mellitus in Pregnancy
Fevers During Pregnancy
Fibroids in Pregnancy
Heart Disorders in Pregnancy
Hepatic Disorders in Pregnancy
Hypertension in Pregnancy
Infectious Disease in Pregnancy
Renal Insufficiency in Pregnancy
Seizure Disorders in Pregnancy
Disorders Requiring Surgery During Pregnancy
Thromboembolic Disorders in Pregnancy
Thyroid Disorders in Pregnancy
Urinary Tract Infection in Pregnancy

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Fevers During Pregnancy

By

Lara A. Friel

, MD, PhD, University of Texas Health Medical School at Houston, McGovern Medical School

Last full review/revision Jun 2021| Content last modified Jun 2021
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A temperature of > 39.5° C (> 103° F) during the 1st trimester increases risk of

Fever late in pregnancy increases risk of

Treatment of fever is directed at the cause, but antipyretics are indicated to decrease maternal temperature. In women with severe hyperthermia, cooling blankets may be used.

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Diabetes Mellitus in Pregnancy
Fibroids in Pregnancy

OTHER TOPICS IN THIS CHAPTER

Pregnancy Complicated by Disease
Anemia in Pregnancy
Asthma in Pregnancy
Autoimmune Disorders in Pregnancy
Cancer in Pregnancy
COVID-19 During Pregnancy
Diabetes Mellitus in Pregnancy
Fevers During Pregnancy
Fibroids in Pregnancy
Heart Disorders in Pregnancy
Hepatic Disorders in Pregnancy
Hypertension in Pregnancy
Infectious Disease in Pregnancy
Renal Insufficiency in Pregnancy
Seizure Disorders in Pregnancy
Disorders Requiring Surgery During Pregnancy
Thromboembolic Disorders in Pregnancy
Thyroid Disorders in Pregnancy
Urinary Tract Infection in Pregnancy
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