noun
- Plural of hyperpyrexia; instances of extremely high fever, typically above 106°F (41°C), often indicating a serious medical condition.
Usage: Medical/clinical term; Plural form
Examples
- The patient experienced repeated hyperpyrexias during the acute phase of the infection.
- Hyperpyrexias of this magnitude require immediate medical intervention.
- The doctor documented several hyperpyrexias in the patient's medical record.
- Certain medications can trigger hyperpyrexias as a severe side effect.
- Heat stroke can result in dangerous hyperpyrexias that threaten organ function.