What is afebrile?

Afebrile means the absence of a fever. A person who is afebrile may have a normal body temperature or a temperature that is slightly below or above the normal range. Being afebrile is usually a good sign as it indicates that the body is not currently fighting an infection or illness. However, in some cases, an afebrile person may still have other symptoms of an illness, such as coughing or fatigue. It’s important to note that an afebrile person can still transmit infectious diseases to others.