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I have a fever of 101 for 3 days.. i have dry cough once in awhile.. also my ribs hurt.. should i be concern.. ?
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Yes.: Three days of fever over 101 and cough deserves evaluation. You may have a virus (like the flu) or an infection, like pneumonia. Do get checked.
Answered 10/25/2015
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