A member asked:

Higher than normal temp 99-99.5.going on 4 days ,headaches,mild fatigue,muscle aches. pcp said its prob viral but unsure. could this be cancer?scared

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Dr. Edward Hirsch answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Likely no: The symptoms you describe are often from infection, either viral (more common) or bacterial. Can cancer present like this, yes, but not commonly. At this point, you need to relax and follow your doctor's advice. If the symptoms persist for more than 3 weeks, then you need further workup.

Answered 7/22/2015

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