Which of these is a substance that reduces fever in the human body?

Researchers claim that fevers are more than just a symptom of illness or infection. They found that elevated body temperature sets in motion a series of mechanisms that regulate our immune system. When we are healthy, our But when faced with an infection or virus, body temperature often goes up, resulting in a When someone’s body temperature rises to about 38°C (100.4°F0, doctors classify it as a slight fever. Larger increases in body temperature to around 39.5°C (103.1°F) count as a high fever. When a person has the However, fevers are not always a bad sign. Mild fevers are a good indication that the immune system is doing its job. But fevers are not just a byproduct of the immune response. In fact, an elevated body temperature triggers cellular mechanisms that ensure the immune system takes appropriate action against the offending virus or bacteria. So say researchers hailing from two academic institutions in the United Kingdom: the University of Warwick in Coventry and the University of Manchester. Senior researchers Profs. David Rand and Mike White led teams of mathematicians and biologists to understand what happens at cellular level when fever takes hold. Their PNAS, reveal that higher body temperatures drive the activity of certain proteins that, in turn, switch genes responsible for the body’s immune response on and off, as required. Share on Pinterest Maskot/Getty Images A signaling pathway called NF-κB are proteins that help to regulate gene expression and the pr...

Aspirin Generic name: aspirin (oral) [ AS-pir-in] Brand names: Bufferin, Durlaza, Ecotrin, Ecpirin, Miniprin, Vazalore. Drug classes: Medically reviewed by • • • • • • • What is aspirin? Aspirin is used to treat pain, and reduce fever or inflammation. It is sometimes used to treat or prevent Aspirin should be used for cardiovascular conditions only under the supervision of a doctor. Warnings You should not use aspirin if you have a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia, a recent history of stomach or intestinal bleeding, or if you are allergic to an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) such as Advil, Motrin, Aleve, Orudis, Indocin, Lodine, Voltaren, Toradol, Mobic, Relafen, Feldene, and others. Do not give this medication to a child or teenager with a fever, flu symptoms, or chickenpox. Salicylates can cause Reye's syndrome, a serious and sometimes fatal condition in children. Before taking this medicine Do not give this medicine to a child or teenager with a fever, flu symptoms, or chickenpox. Aspirin can cause Reye's syndrome, a serious and sometimes fatal condition in children. You should not use aspirin if you are allergic to it, or if you have: • a recent history of stomach or intestinal bleeding; • a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia; or • if you have ever had an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction after taking aspirin or an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) such as Advil, Motrin, Aleve, Orudis, Indocin, Lodine, Voltaren, Toradol, Mobic, Re...

While it's possible for dehydration alone to cause an increase in body temperature (especially in babies and little kids), a fever is often the result of an underlying issue or infection. "When treating dehydration alongside a fever, it is important to address both the underlying cause of the fever and the fluid imbalance," Dr. Cutler says. But often, dehydration that comes with a fever means that a person has an underlying illness or infection. Not only can the fever itself increase the risk for dehydration, but a person who feels sick may not be eating or drinking as much and might also have diarrhea or vomiting, which can increase fluid loss even more. Dehydration can become serious when a person isn't able to replace their lost fluids, especially if they're also running a fever. While mild dehydration can usually be treated at home, you should seek immediate medical attention if a person seems confused, faints, isn't urinating, has a rapid heartbeat or rapid breathing, or goes into shock, the National Library of Medicine recommends. The person may need intravenous (IV) fluids to treat the dehydration. It's worth erring on the side of caution for babies, young children and older adults, who can become dehydrated more easily and may be more sensitive to the effects of lost fluids, notes the Mayo Clinic. If your child or an older adult has a fever and is dehydrated, consider calling their doctor. Together, you can talk about the person's symptoms and decide whether it's O...

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