A 31-year-old female asked:
My 8 month old has a fever for the past 2 days. It is progressing currently at 40.3 despite Panado syrup and low baths. Should I take her to ER or wait it out till tomorrow to see the doctor?
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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered
35 years experience in Pediatric Pulmonology
Other symptoms : She needs to be evaluated by a physician. If she appears unwell, irritable despite the Tylenol, please see a physician right away.
Answered on Aug 12, 2019
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