<s>[INST] Is a fever dangerous? [/INST] As stated above, fevers are good because they help kill the viruses and bacteria that infect us. A high temperature due to a fever is not the same as hyperthermia or heat stroke.  The brain will not allow the body to get to a dangerous temperature. Adding heat by wrapping your child in blankets can cause the body temperature to get too hot, so try to avoid adding extra heat.  However, children can sometimes experience dehydration during a fever because of increased metabolic demands when the body temperature reaches 102.5 or higher.  Therefore, parents can give fever reducing medications like Tylenol or Ibuprofen and should be sure their child is getting plenty of fluids.  For dosing information, please contact your doctor. Source: CPMG SANDIEGO. Link: https://cpmgsandiego.com/2014/12/10/faq-the-fever-issue/. Field: Infectious Disease. Disease: Fever </s>