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38.6 of fever, i have covid, do i take medicine or is not necessary? i don't feel extremely bad, just a little headache, other than acetaminofen and ibuprofen, what can i do at home to low the fever?

Q: 38.6 of fever, i have covid, do i take medicine or is not necessary? i don't feel extremely bad, just a little headache, other than acetaminofen and ibuprofen, what can i do at home to low the fever?

: No, you do not need anything else if you are otherwise healthy. You can take cough medication as needed and there is no need for antibiotic. You should be fine after 5 days but do not forget to isolate yourself for a minimal of 5 days or after fever has gone for at least 24 hours. Take care.

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No, you do not need anything else if you are otherwise healthy. You can take cough medication as needed and there is no need for antibiotic. You should be fine after 5 days but do not forget to isolate yourself for a minimal of 5 days or after fever has gone for at least 24 hours. Take care.

Answered 9/13/2023

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A member asked:

38.6 of fever, i have covid, do i take medicine or is not necessary? i don't feel extremely bad, just a little headache, other than acetaminofen and ibuprofen, what can i do at home to low the fever?

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