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I have influenza a. why does my fever go up to 101.5 if i stand or sit upright? it stays lower when i lie down - to around 100.2

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Coincidence: Probably coincidence. I wouldn't be concerned with a minor variation like that.

Answered 3/19/2015

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Temp regulation: Body temperature may vary as your immune system fights the infection. If you take an antipyretic before sleep, the fever may go down. Tamiflu (oseltamivir) may be rxd if you have been sick for 48 hrs or less. A virtual consults is available on line: healthtap.com/DosanjhMD Code: NCYPHZ

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