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My 5 year old has a 102.5 temp and is complaining of a sore throat. she is to start kindergarten in 2 days. how long should i wait before strep test?
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Fever: Fever this high in a child is an urgent problem. Do not wait. Please get this child to the doctor today.
Answered 8/25/2014
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See pediatrician: Viral vs. bacterial etiology. Higher the fever possibility of bacterial etiology greater. Should have her checked with testing by pediatrician particularly if starting school.
Answered 2/3/2017
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Do it today: If your daughter has strep the test will be positive today and if you start treatment today she won't be contagious in 2 days and will probably feel much better by then too! If she needs antibiotics take probioitics too. if it is not strep it is viral and I would advise herbs like Spilanthes, Propolis and Pellargonium sidoides (sold as Umcka).
Answered 8/26/2014
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Test today: As a mom, I would recommend testing today so if she has strep it can be treated and better by the start of kindergarten.
Answered 8/26/2014
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