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I tested positive for covid last sunday. i been having a fever off and on since monday (7 days )i take fever reducer to bring it down. is this normal should i be worried. is there anything i can take to break it ?

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Stay hydrated: It is okay to take acetaminophen for fever and pain, no more than 4g/day, no alcohol. Drink enough water, fruit juice and electrolyte drink so your urine is mostly colorless. If you develop breathing difficulty, go to a hospital immediately. Wish you good health!

Answered 12/27/2020

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A member asked:

I tested positive for covid last sunday. i been having a fever off and on since monday (7 days )i take fever reducer to bring it down. is this normal should i be worried. is there anything i can take to break it ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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