2. Fever
There are many reasons that a person may develop a fever. Often times a fever is the first line of defense the body has in order to fight off an infection. If a person has a severe sore throat and begins running a fever, there is a chance that they have been infected by streptococcus. This may turn into strep throat or a person may develop scarlet fever.
Any fever over 101 degrees F is a sign that there is an infection beginning in the body. Sweating and chills will often accompany a fever. In small children, it is important to try to keep the fever down. A high fever can cause the child to start convulsing. Fever reducing medications can help to bring the fever down and keep the child more comfortable. A lukewarm bath and cold water to drink can also help lower the body temperature.