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My sixteen year old daughter has been running fever in and off for the last two months. what could be wrong?

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Dr. Michael Ein answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Alot of things: Any number of things including mononucleosis, cytomegalovirus infection, an occult abscess, tuberculosis, bacterial endocarditis. She should be thoroughly evaluated by her md.

Answered 3/29/2013

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Really can't say...: There are myriad reasons for a teenager to have fever. An on and off fever for 2 months as you describe can be difficult enough to determine the cause even when examined in the office. In my opinion your daughter needs to see her doctor soon. Urine tests and blood tests will probably be required to answer the question that you pose because of the length of her fever. Please call your pediatrician.

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Dr. Jay Park answered

A number of ...: In comparison to adults, children with prolonged fever have much better outcome and are much less likely to have rheumatologic or neoplastic conditions. She'll require detailed history, thorough exam, and lab works to sort out the cause (s).

Answered 12/10/2013

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