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My 2 year old toddler has fast breathing, stomach ache, coughing, painful throat and 38.9c fever. do i go to the emergency room or wait for an appointment at the gp?

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ER visit: The combination of high fever, coughing, and rapid breathing is worrisome. I would recommend to have him/her evaluated at ER. Pneumonia is highly suspected.

Answered 1/30/2021

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A member asked:

My 2 year old toddler has fast breathing, stomach ache, coughing, painful throat and 38.9c fever. do i go to the emergency room or wait for an appointment at the gp?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jay Park answered

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