How do patients interpret “fever” vs “infection” and when do they seek help?
Understanding common medical terms
Many patients use the words fever and infection as if they mean the same thing. In routine clinical practice, this confusion is very common. Fever is often seen as a disease itself, while infection is assumed in every case of raised temperature.
Why confusion happens
One major reason is online content. Patients read symptoms on the internet and...
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