I have had a low-grade fever for the past 3 months. I have taken several medicines and am currently on Akurit-4 for TB treatment for the last 1 month and 1 week, but the fever is still persisting. My tests, like CBC, TB tests, CT scan, ultrasound, urine, and kidney tests, are normal. What could be the reason for the fever? Do I need more tests, and could it be something serious like cancer?
A low-grade fever continuing for several months can happen because of many reasons, and it does not always mean something serious like cancer. Even during Akurit-4 treatment, fever may take time to settle completely, especially if the infection was long-standing or the body is still recovering from inflammation. Viral infections, hidden infections, autoimmune conditions, medication reactions, thyroid problems, stress, or inflammatory disorders can also sometimes cause prolonged low fever despite normal routine tests. The fact that your CBC, CT scans, urine, and kidney tests are normal is somewhat reassuring, but a persistent fever still needs regular medical follow-up. Sometimes doctors may repeat certain investigations later or suggest additional tests depending on weight loss, appetite, cough, night sweats, weakness, or other symptoms that develop over time. Good hydration, adequate nutrition, proper sleep, and taking TB medicines regularly at the correct time remain very important during recovery. Avoid stopping treatment early without medical advice because incomplete TB treatment can create further complications. Talk to your doctor if the fever increases, weight loss becomes noticeable, appetite drops significantly, or if you develop breathing problems, swollen lymph nodes, severe weakness, or persistent night sweats.