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Is 99.3 a normal temperature? i was sick a week ago with a fever had to go on antibiotics. i feel fine now but not sure why my temp is high.

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Abs: This is a low grade temperature and usually not alarming. But need more history. You were on antibiotics for what reason? Did you get better? Could be all viral and then symptomatic treatment is recommended. Need more history from you

Answered 8/15/2015

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A member asked:

Is 99.3 a normal temperature? i was sick a week ago with a fever had to go on antibiotics. i feel fine now but not sure why my temp is high.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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