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My 2 yr old daughter has on and off mild fever, no other symptoms aside from unproductive cough (not frequent), do we need to go for check up?

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Dr. John Rhoades answered

Below: If the temp is more than 102, then she should be seen, and if the symptoms continue for more than 10 days then she should be seen. It certainly sounds like a viral infection that should clear by itself. If other symptoms, higher fever, or last longer than another week, then see your DR

Answered 9/13/2015

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A member asked:

My 2 yr old daughter has on and off mild fever, no other symptoms aside from unproductive cough (not frequent), do we need to go for check up?

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