This problem may be due to HIV infection, HIV medications, drugs, health problems, or other daily life situations.

While you have fever:

• Drink plenty of fluids; e.g., water, juice, non-caffeinated beverages (at least six to eight 8-ounce glasses per day).
• Get plenty of rest to conserve energy and avoid fatigue.
• Take Tylenol^TM (acetaminophen) or other medicine as directed by your doctor or nurse to lower your fever.
• If you are taking antibiotics, be sure to take all of the medication.
• Take your temperature when you feel sick. If it is more than 99 degrees, take it again in 3 to 4 hours. Keep a diary to help your health care provider treat your fever. New onset of fevers with temperatures above 101 degrees should be reported to your doctor or nurse within 24 hours.
• Avoid sponge baths or using fans as these may cause you to have chills and shivering. Shivering causes the temperature to rise even higher and should be avoided when possible.
• Keep the skin dry and covered.

If you develop chills and shivering:

• Change clothes when sweat soaked.
• Avoid drinking chilled or cold liquids. If shivering occurs, drink warm liquids.
• Avoid baths when you are having chills.
• Wear socks or shoes when walking on cold floors.
• Wrap each arm (including the fingers) and each leg (including the toes) with towels or blankets. The rest of your body should be lightly covered with your clothing. It is better not to cover your entire body as this may cause your fever to rise.