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My boyfriend has a fever of 101.2, 101.8 before. he's sleeping, reported no pain. swollen ankle from hike. related? what should i watch for?

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Dr. Luis Taylor answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

Swollen: ankle and high fever indicate a possible joint infection. Please take him to an Urgent Care or ER where they can perform tests such as an xray and blood count. He may need antibiotics and joint aspiration. Best wishes.

Answered 8/2/2015

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