hyperpyrexia

[hahy-per-pahy-rek-see-uh]

noun

Pathology.

1. an abnormally high fever.

hyperpyrexia

/ ˌhaɪpəpaɪˈrɛtɪk, ˌhaɪpəpaɪˈrɛksɪə /

noun

1. Also called: hyperthermia.  hyperthermy. pathol an extremely high fever, with a temperature of 41°C (106°F) or above

Other Word Forms

• hyperpyretic adjective
• hyperpyrexial adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of hyperpyrexia¹

First recorded in 1865–70; hyper- + pyrexia

Example Sentences

I went into what is known as hyperpyrexia, an extreme elevation in core body temperature.

From The Guardian

In Germany excellent results are claimed for the treatment of hyperpyrexia in measles by the cold pack, even when the excessive temperature is due to such a complication as broncho-pneumonia.

From Project Gutenberg

Later, signs of increased intra-cranial tension develop: unconsciousness deepening into coma, paralysis of ocular muscles, rapid pulse, Cheyne-Stokes respiration, and sometimes hyperpyrexia.

From Project Gutenberg

I believe that it has also been fashionable in the so called cases of hyperpyrexia to immerse the patient in a bath varying in temperature from 60° to 98° Fahr.

From Project Gutenberg

Under the latter are to be classed hyper�mic or even inflammatory states of the stomach and intestines, and those degenerative changes which are the consequence of continuous hyperpyrexia.

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