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Tucson, AZ

Has anyone had trouble with a low grade fever? I was diagnosed over a year ago. But the last 3 weeks, I have been dealing with a constant low grade fever. Is this normal? My PCP has been checking for any kind of infection. But nothing.

November 6, 2021
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Members widely confirmed that low-grade fevers are a common experience with rheumatoid arthritis, particularly during flares, with many... Read more

Members widely confirmed that low-grade fevers are a common experience with rheumatoid arthritis, particularly during flares, with many describing the same exhausted, yucky feeling despite not being actually sick. Several members shared that their fevers can last anywhere from a few hours to several weeks or even months, typically ranging between 99.5 and 99.9 degrees, and that rest, a healthy diet, and waiting out the flare are the main strategies that help. A recurring theme was the reassurance that comes from knowing others understand this unsettling symptom, along with encouragement to stop shouldering the burden alone and lean on the community for support.

A myRAteam Member

I was diagnosed at 26 and have many experiences of low grade fever throughout the year, usually it warns me that I have a flare starting or it happens during a flare it can last for weeks and a couple times I ran one for a few months, it is a tricky business lol!

November 7, 2021
A myRAteam Member

I run low grade fevers all the time, same as others, usually when I'm flaring. It always turns out that I'm not sick with anything, but do I feel really tired. It comes and goes until the flare dies down. Sometimes just a day, other times up to 10 days. Only rest and healthy diet seem to help me when this happens.
I wish you all good luck in finding out what works for you. Hope you feel better quickly.

November 6, 2021
A myRAteam Member

Definitely have them from time to time. Especially when I get a bit more stressed. It takes it's course but it scares me thinking I'm sick. You are in my thoughts and prayers ♡ hope you have an amazing day and it gets easier. Will definitely keep your words in mind ♡ one day hopefully this disease has a cure

November 7, 2021
A myRAteam Member

I also get low grade fevers especially when I am in a flare

November 6, 2021
A myRAteam Member

Thank you for answering with your experience. It's hard not knowing, and it takes time with many Dr. appointments yet to come. I am hoping that someone on here has some advice. 🙂

November 6, 2021

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