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Why does my child have fevers every 6 weeks even though blood work shows nothing?

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Periodic fevers: There is a diagnosis called periodic fevers. The fevers are sometimes associated with sore throat. If the fevers occur with frequency, you may want to discuss with your doctor the possibility of a rheumatology referral.

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Answered 7/24/2013

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