A member asked:

Son 6 yr fever of 38.8-40 past two days. advil (ibuprofen) ineffective this morning do i go toer?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Yes: 40 is a high temperature, particularly if not responding to antipyretics, and he should be examined. All the best and I hope he feels better soon.

Answered 3/8/2015

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