What might an elevated skin temperature indicate beside a fever from a cold, flu, or other typical viral disease? How might you test for an elevated temperature?

Fever is a common symptom of illness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines fever as a temperature above 100.4° F, though children often run higher fevers than adults.

Many types of infection can cause fever, as your body will increase temperature to effectively fight off the virus or bacteria causing the infection. These fevers will usually resolve themselves as your body works to get rid of the foreign invader.

Explanation: