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My four-year-old is on day 4 of a fever. was mild at first with sore throat and now chest congestion. took her to doc on day 2 to rule out strep and ear infection. but today her fever spiked and now she says her legs hurt and refuses to walk anywhere. sho

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Dr. Eric Bluman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Get checked out soon: This may have developed into a joint infection or a more centralized infection. I would call your pediatrician tonight and if they canot be reached go be seen at the local emergency department..

Answered 1/5/2019

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Dr. Alan Levine answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See her doctor: Sounds like this could be a viral infection, but with new symptoms developing your child should urgently be re-evaluated by her doctor.

Answered 12/25/2014

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