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Hi . i have a wound that is infected and im taking antibiotics for it. my temp. is 98.3 should i be worried?
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Normal temp: Normal body temperature is 98.6. This can be slightly lower or higher and not be a reason for concern. If your temperature goes over 100 then see your doctor. Watch the wound and if it is getting redder or having a lot of pus in it then see your doctor immediately.
Answered 5/19/2015
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Normal Temp: That is a normal temperature. So unless that changes, or the infection starts looking worse, just continue to take your antibiotics. No need to worry now. Hope this helps!
Answered 5/19/2015
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