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12 y/o boy t: up to 103 x 3 days. t:> in the pm on day 3. h.a., nasal congestion, chest cough is it viral? or should he be seen to r/o bacterial?

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Dr. Robin Larabee answered

Flu or strep: He should be seen-- he may have strep which needs treatment. He could also have the flu which is not always treated. He could also have pneumonia. Have him seen today or tomrorrow.

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Answered 9/13/2015

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A member asked:

12 y/o boy t: up to 103 x 3 days. t:> in the pm on day 3. h.a., nasal congestion, chest cough is it viral? or should he be seen to r/o bacterial?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robin Larabee answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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