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My grandson visited his mom and stepdad from 29th june to 5th july. stepdad developed symptoms on 6th july. was diagnosed with covid19. grandson temp 38.3.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Possible COVID: Your son should be closely monitored and check temperature often. Please use Tylenol not Motrin to treat fever. COVID test and isolate. Encourage fluids.

Answered 7/16/2020

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19: Grandson has a low fever (38.3 °C (Celsius) 100.94 °F (Fahrenheit)). Rest, hydrate, quarantine & eat healthfully. Consider use of acetaminophen, saline for nasal irrigation, decongestant or cough syrup. Get urgent care for difficulty breathing, blue lips, marked persistent chest pain/ pressure or new onset confusion.

Answered 7/25/2020

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