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A 28-year-old male asked:
today i had a near drown experience in a river bc of leg cramps. 6hours later i have a slight fever and body aches. is this from over exertion or?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. William Lowery answered
Pulmonary Critical Care 35 years experience
Pulmonary Aspiration: You may have aspirated into your lungs.
Please see ER M.D. for further evaluation.
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