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Has a fever of 40c, runny nose and a cough. no pain, headache or rashes. fever has lasted for 3 days. should he go to the dr?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Yes: 40 is a high temp and 3 days is a good wait. Pneumonia is always possible with his symptoms. All the best.

Dr Rhoades agreed

Answered 8/2/2015

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Dr. John Rhoades answered

Yes: A temp of 40C needs to be evaluated by a DR. Make the apt now.

Dr Cox agreed

Answered 8/2/2015

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A member asked:

Has a fever of 40c, runny nose and a cough. no pain, headache or rashes. fever has lasted for 3 days. should he go to the dr?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Dr Rhoades agreed

Dr. John Rhoades answered

Dr Cox agreed

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