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Fever between 99.5-99.9
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My son 9yrs. Has fever from 1st Jan only on 1st day he had head ache with other symptoms. Our family doctor was told it's a viral fever. But still the fever is not under control.
Kindly suggest should we hv to go for covid testing.
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Do a CBC and RAT and kindly elobrate in the chat about ur symptoms for better evaluation and treatment
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For treatment please consult
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Kindly discuss for your concern
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Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Rtpcr for covid is advisable if there is a possibility of contact
Viral fever usually takes 5-7 days to recovery
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Follow your treating doctor advice
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Good morning
I understand your concern.
It is definitely advisable to get COVID19 test done via RT PCR.
Additionally, the following tests are required to be done:
CBC with platelet count
TLC,DLC
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Kindly consult with reports
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Dr. Nawab Md Dilawar Hasan
Clinical Biochemistry Specialist
43 yrs exp
Guwahati
This is only the 2nd day. Exposure to cold on the New Year may be there. Give him warm saline gargle, steam inhalation , warm drinks . If the fever goes above 100 degree F give him Crocin 250mg once or twice today. He may be alright. If he was in a crowd, RT-PCR is advisable.
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