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7 signs and symptoms not to ignore
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1. Unexplained weight loss
2. Persistent or high fever
3. Shortness of breath
4. Unexplained changes in bowel habits
5. Confusion or personality changes
6. Feeling full after eating very little
7. Flashes of light
2. Persistent or high fever
A fever isn't necessarily a cause for alarm. Fever seems to play a key role in fighting infection. Persistent fever can signal a hidden infection, which could be anything from a urinary tract infection to tuberculosis. In some cases, cancerous (malignant) conditions — such as lymphomas — cause prolonged or persistent fevers, as can some medications.
Call your doctor if your temperature is 103 F (39.4 C) or higher or you've had a fever for more than three days.
