Subjective low-grade fever

What does "Subjective low-grade fever" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Subjective low-grade fever refers to a situation where a person feels feverish but their body temperature is not significantly high when measured. This term is used in medicine to describe a person's feeling of having a fever without it being confirmed by a thermometer. It's called "subjective" because it's based on the individual's personal experience and perception, not on objective medical data.

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