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Hello my son ezra has been running a fever since sunday afternoon. i have been alternating tylenol and ibuprofen to keep it at bay. he doesnt really have any other symptoms besides congestion. should i take him to see a dr or wait a bit longer?

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Dr. Shaun Weaver answered

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Fever: How high is the fever? I would recommend taking him to see his pediatrician if it's been 4+ days and not resolving.

Answered 5/9/2019

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A member asked:

Hello my son ezra has been running a fever since sunday afternoon. i have been alternating tylenol and ibuprofen to keep it at bay. he doesnt really have any other symptoms besides congestion. should i take him to see a dr or wait a bit longer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Shaun Weaver answered

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