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What should i do about my 8yr old's fever of 100-103.5 for over 5 days? two different drs say no ear infection & strep was neg but fever still there.

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Dr. Lois A Freisleben-Cook answered

Return to the doctor: A high fever for over five days requires investigation. If there is no evidence for respiratory infection or strep, one must consider other locations such a urinary tract infection or pneumonia. Depending on symptoms and physical findings your child may need a blood test, urine test, Chest Xray or more in depth testing.

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Answered 7/11/2016

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A member asked:

What should i do about my 8yr old's fever of 100-103.5 for over 5 days? two different drs say no ear infection & strep was neg but fever still there.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lois A Freisleben-Cook answered

Dr Cremers and another doctor agreed

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