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Could on/off fevers be a symptom of a bigger issue? went to the doc today for fractured ribs after horse fall & temp was 100.6 + headache & nausea.

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

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Yes: Could also be liver or splenic injury. One of the most common operations in a rural community is splenectomy after horse fall. You need a complete exam and lab. Also suggest CT of head/neck and abdomin. If you came into my trauma center that's what you would get

Answered 7/25/2015

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Dr. William Singer answered

?migraine: Sounds like you had a migraine headache. Trauma such as happened to you can be a significant stressor triggering the migraine. Migraine can elevate temperature somewhat.

Answered 7/27/2015

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A member asked:

Could on/off fevers be a symptom of a bigger issue? went to the doc today for fractured ribs after horse fall & temp was 100.6 + headache & nausea.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

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