Very high fever

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Very high fever

Asked for Male, 23 Years

I have a very high fever - 102 and I am allergic to paracetamol amd certain painkillers. What should I do?

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Dr. Deepthi Rao Gorukanti

General Physician 11 yrs exp Hyderabad

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Allergy to paracetamol is very unlikely. Consult physician and take pcm under his observation. Till then do cold water tepid sponging for relief and take plenty of oral fluids.

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Dr. Ameet Thakkar General Physician 34 yrs exp Mumbai · Accepted Answer

Dr. Ameet Thakkar

General Physician 34 yrs exp Mumbai

What type of allergy to the drugs? It is likely what you call allergy may not be an allergy. Consult a physician for appropriate treatment