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Question concerning my niece she had ear infection today ped.dr said.. she is having fever and severe shivering chills rigors..what could be the cause

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Dr. Ahmet Aybar answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Otitis media: Fever and shivering are all associated with an acute ear infection. Keep Tylenol (acetaminophen) and/or ibuprofen on board and continue oral antibiotics as instructed. She should feel better in 48 hours

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Answered 8/25/2014

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