Feberfall

Feberfall is a term used in some regions to describe a sudden and rapid drop in body temperature, often associated with a fever breaking. This phenomenon can occur as a person's fever subsides, typically due to illness or infection. The body's thermoregulatory mechanisms work to return the core temperature to its normal range, and this process can sometimes be perceived as a "fall" or "break" in the fever.

During a feberfall, a person might experience sensations of intense heat followed by profuse sweating, chills, and a feeling of coldness as their temperature normalizes. This is a natural physiological response as the body expels excess heat. While the feeling can be uncomfortable, it is generally a positive sign that the body is recovering from the fever.

Factors that can influence the intensity and duration of a feberfall include the underlying cause of the fever, the individual's overall health, and the effectiveness of any treatments administered. It is important to distinguish feberfall from hypothermia, which is a dangerously low body temperature caused by prolonged exposure to cold. Feberfall is a temporary and usually benign event associated with the resolution of a fever.