Fever in Oslo
Do you have a fever and feel unwell? Fever is often caused by an infection, but it may also have other causes. At Easy Clinic in Majorstuen, you can receive a medical assessment of your fever and any other symptoms.
The doctor will examine you to identify a possible cause and assess whether you need treatment, tests or further follow-up.
For a life-threatening illness or severe symptoms, call 113. For an acute illness that cannot wait until the next working day, contact the public out-of-hours medical service on 116 117.
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The doctor will examine you to identify a possible cause and assess whether you need treatment, tests or further follow-up.
For a life-threatening illness or severe symptoms, call 113. For an acute illness that cannot wait until the next working day, contact the public out-of-hours medical service on 116 117.
Appointment booking
What is a fever?
Fever means that the body temperature is higher than normal. A temperature above 38°C is generally considered a fever when measured rectally.
Fever is a natural response to illness and is often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. However, the temperature itself is not the only important factor. Your general condition and any other symptoms must also be assessed.
Fever is a natural response to illness and is often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. However, the temperature itself is not the only important factor. Your general condition and any other symptoms must also be assessed.
Common symptoms associated with fever
Fever may cause:
Depending on the cause, you may also experience a cough, sore throat, ear pain, abdominal pain, nausea, a rash or pain when urinating.
Common causes of fever
Fever may be caused by:
In some cases, fever may have other causes. The doctor will assess your symptoms, medical history and the findings from the examination.
When should you contact a doctor?
Contact a doctor if:
Fever in children
Fever is common in children and is often caused by an infection. Pay particular attention to whether the child is responsive and is drinking, urinating and breathing normally.
Children under three months of age with a fever should always be assessed by a doctor. Contact a doctor if the child is unusually drowsy, difficult to wake, refuses to drink, has difficulty breathing or develops a rash.
Children under three months of age with a fever should always be assessed by a doctor. Contact a doctor if the child is unusually drowsy, difficult to wake, refuses to drink, has difficulty breathing or develops a rash.
When should you seek urgent help?
Call 113 if the person with a fever:
For an acute illness that does not appear life-threatening but cannot wait until the next working day, contact the public out-of-hours medical service on 116 117.
Examination and treatment
The doctor will ask when the fever started, how high your temperature has been and what other symptoms you have.
If necessary, the doctor may examine your throat, ears, lungs, abdomen, skin and lymph nodes. Blood tests, a urine sample, a throat swab or other examinations may also be recommended.
Treatment depends on the cause. Viral infections often resolve on their own, while some bacterial infections may require antibiotics.
It is usually important to:
If necessary, the doctor may examine your throat, ears, lungs, abdomen, skin and lymph nodes. Blood tests, a urine sample, a throat swab or other examinations may also be recommended.
Treatment depends on the cause. Viral infections often resolve on their own, while some bacterial infections may require antibiotics.
It is usually important to:
Doctor for fever in Majorstuen
At Easy Clinic, you can book an appointment if you have a fever, feel generally unwell or have other symptoms that should be assessed by a doctor.
We are centrally located in Majorstuen, Oslo. The doctor will assess whether you need treatment, tests, a sick note or further follow-up.
Book a doctor’s appointment
If you have severe or rapidly worsening symptoms, do not wait for a routine doctor’s appointment. Call 113 or contact the public out-of-hours medical service on 116 117.
We are centrally located in Majorstuen, Oslo. The doctor will assess whether you need treatment, tests, a sick note or further follow-up.
Book a doctor’s appointment
If you have severe or rapidly worsening symptoms, do not wait for a routine doctor’s appointment. Call 113 or contact the public out-of-hours medical service on 116 117.
Frequently asked questions about fever in Oslo
What temperature is considered a fever?
A temperature above 38°C measured rectally is generally considered a fever.
What is the difference between rectal, ear and forehead temperature measurements?
Rectal measurement generally provides the most reliable reading of core body temperature. Electronic ear thermometers and infrared forehead thermometers are convenient, but the result may be affected by positioning, measurement technique, earwax, perspiration and the surrounding temperature.
Follow the instructions for the thermometer and take another reading if the result seems unexpected. If you are unsure, particularly with young children, the temperature can be checked rectally.
Follow the instructions for the thermometer and take another reading if the result seems unexpected. If you are unsure, particularly with young children, the temperature can be checked rectally.
Is a fever dangerous?
Fever is usually a normal response to infection. The most important factors are the cause, your general condition and any warning signs.
Do you need antibiotics for a fever?
Not necessarily. Fever is often caused by a virus, and antibiotics do not work against viruses.
Can I book a doctor’s appointment for a fever?
Yes. You can book an appointment at Easy Clinic if you would like a medical assessment of a fever or other symptoms.
