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Should i be concerned if my 7 year old has a low-grade fever for several days now?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Low grade fever: It depends on your definition of low grade fever. Since, as you write, its been going on for several days, i wouldn't be too concerned.

Answered 3/19/2014

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