Why is it that when you get a fever your forehead gets hot?

Answer #1

Exuberent Amounts Of Body Heat is released from your head naturally so its probably amped as you get warmer.

Answer #2

I seeee.

Answer #3

I seeee.

Answer #4

Because you head has a large surface area and a very rich blood supply.

Answer #5

Makes sense. o.e

Answer #6

Not just your forehead. Your entire body temperature goes up when you have a fever, but people traditionally use a hand against the forehead to tell if someone is running hot.

Answer #7

this is the best answer… and no you dont lose the most heat from your head, its an urban legend :s

Answer #8

Glad that I can help :)

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