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5 year old son running fever (38 -39.8) for last 12 hrs. no other symptom. giving him panadol (acetaminophen) every 6hrs. temp hasn't gone to normal still.
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Don't worry: Fever is a normal part of your son's immune response. As long as he is eating, drinking and looking good do not worry. Give it a little more time. On the other hand, if he develops symptoms have him see his doctor.
Answered 3/26/2013
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