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Is 98.6 a fever

2022-07-20 05:00:42
I had cold and throat pain 4 days back with no fever ...now i have scratchy throat only but temp is 98 to 98.6 ... is 98.6 a fever.?
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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well. need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo, so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

Answered2022-07-21 06:48:57

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Hello ,got your concern ,it can be treatable with further evaluation, better healthcare and proper treatment ..For prescription and counselling regarding the same you can consult me through this app - Dr Hemanth Patakamuri

Answered2022-07-20 10:28:44

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Kindly consult

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No
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*do gargles with warm salt water *take plenty of fluids *avoid cold food items

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No. It's not

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It's not fever Definition of fever: Rectal, ear or temporal artery temperature of 100.4 (38 C) or higher Oral temperature of 100 F (37.8 C) or higher Armpit temperature of 99 F (37.2 C) or higher
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use lots of fluids and perhaps vitamin c 1 gm daily

Answered2022-07-20 05:14:56

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No it's normal body temperature. We consider fever only when the temp goes about 100°F. Rest consult me for medication or further management.

Answered2022-07-20 05:05:44

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No it's not.

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Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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Not really Steam inhalation Gargles Tab cheston cold twice a day Kindly consult

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