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Low grade fever
I am having fever ranging upto 99.1 from last 7 days. I had sore throat and cough which lasted for 4 days and now I only have fever and blocked nose.
Nearby doctor prescribed me augmentin for 5 days, deflazacort, montair Ic and dolo.Antibiotics course is left for only 1 day. Please tell me if the fever is normal for more than 3 days in my scenario
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**Specialist Doctor’s Response:**
**Re: Persistent Low-Grade Fever After Antibiotic Course**
Dear Patient,
Your persistent low-grade fever (99.1°F) despite completing most of your antibiotic course (Augmentin) and other medications is concerning. Here’s what you need to know:
### **Key Observations & Recommendations:**
1. **Possible Causes**:
- **Viral vs. Bacterial**: Low-grade fever beyond 3–5 days of antibiotics may suggest:
- **Viral persistence** (common cold viruses can last 7–10 days).
- **Incomplete bacterial resolution** (e.g., sinusitis, secondary infection).
- **Other triggers**: Post-viral inflammation, mild dehydration, or medication side effects (e.g., Deflazacort taper).
2. **Immediate Actions**:
- **Complete the antibiotic course** (do not stop Augmentin prematurely).
- **Hydrate aggressively** (warm fluids, electrolytes) and monitor temperature trends.
- **Check for new symptoms**: Sinus pain, earache, or breathlessness (may need further evaluation).
3. **Red Flags**:
- Fever spikes >100.4°F, persistent fatigue, or worsening congestion after antibiotics.
4. **Next Steps**:
- **Test if fever persists**: CBC/CRP to rule out unresolved infection.
- **Review medication plan**: Deflazacort (steroid) may mask symptoms; avoid abrupt discontinuation.
### **Consultation Needed**:
To rule out complications (e.g., sinusitis, atypical infections) and adjust treatment, **schedule a consultation**. Contact me on WhatsApp at **Eight Zero Zero Nine Eight Two One Three Three Two** for a detailed assessment.
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Hello there
Looks like the infection might not have settled.
Along with medicines I suggest you to do salt water gargling twice a day
And also take steam inhalation.
This will clear ur blocked nose and also pain.
I suggest you to do blood test as well.
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kindly do these tests Complete blood count and crp
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