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Is 98.5 a fever ?

2020-06-11 10:29:09
Hello Doctor, I am 28 years old. I have been having acidity problem for quite sometime now... How to get rid of the consistent acidity ? Is having body temperature 98.5 should be considered fever ? Temperature was measured with digital thermometer (armpit)... Having consistent 98.5 Temperature.. once it was 98.7
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No temperature >100 needs medication

Answered2020-06-12 18:41:04

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100 F is fever

Answered2020-06-11 18:30:04

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Below 100 is not fever. Start Syp Mucaine Gel 10ml/dose twice for 5 days.

Answered2020-06-11 12:32:26

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It is normal body temperature. You should have your meals on time, avoid caffeinated drinks, avoid spicy food. If it persists take Cap Esomac D 40 mg on empty stomach

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