Fever is an increase in your body’s temperature in response to disease or infection. Fever is a common symptom of moderate or severe Crohn Disease. The fever probably develops as part of the inflammatory process. Fever also can be a side effect of several medications that treat Crohn’s disease. In particular, it is a side effect of sulfasalazine, azathioprine, 6-mercaptopurine, and infliximab. Fever may be a sign of some complications of Crohn’s disease. It can indicate that you have an abscess. It also can be a sign of toxic megacolon.

 How is fever treated?
General advice for a fever is to drink plenty of fluids. Do not bundle up with extra layers of clothing or bedding. This can cause your temperature to rise higher. Set the room to a comfortable temperature. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) may be a better option than ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) for treating a fever. There is concern that taking ibuprofen (a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug or NSAID) could worsen a Crohn’s disease flare. Ask your health care provider what type of over-the-counter medications you should take for a fever.

Fever plus bloody diarrhea, pain, abdominal swelling, rapid heart beat, dehydration, or low urine output could be serious. These are symptoms of toxic megacolon, a rare but life-threatening complication of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. If you have these symptoms, seek medical care right away.

Diet for Fever
During Fever, the diet should consist of easily digestible foods. Vegetable soups, steamed vegetables, fruits and fruit juices are particularly useful in this regard. Orange juice is often recommended for individuals suffering from Fever as increases the resistance of the body in fighting off infections. Plus, it provides instant energy. Juices derived from apricots and grapefruits are also beneficial.

Bitter gourd, egg plant, cooked radish and barley water also help in dealing with Fevers. Cow’s milk is also helpful when taken in small quantities, 2-3 times in a day. In addition, drink plenty of liquids, especially during daytime. Apart from this, stay away from oily and spicy foods. Refined and processed foods prepared from white flour and sugar should also be avoided until the Fever goes away. Along with these measures, the patient should take rest and avoid exertion, whether mental or physical.