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Suggest Treatment For Fever And Joint Pain

Posted on Thu, 9 Nov 2017

Question: I have had fever and joint aches (especially the low back) for 3 days. I don't have any other symptoms, except for the 101F fever that comes and goes. And fatigue.

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Considerations.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for the query.

It sounds like your body is fighting a possible infection. This could be of viral or bacterial origin.

I am concerned about your fever over 101 degrees in light of its persistent nature. I would recommend that you visit with your primary care physician to be on the safe side.

Your doctor can perform a thorough physical exam and may request lab studies to help rule out a treatable infectious process.

If your fever worsens or if you develop shaking chills or progressive weakness then I would urge you to go to your nearest emergency room for evaluation.

Thanks again for sending the query.

Sincerely,

Dr Galamaga

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (12 hours later)

Now I'm having pain in my chest, that hurts a lot when I lie down. It is better if I bend over. Went to walk-in clinic this morning, fever was 101.8, and the doc there tested me for flu, and a UTI, which were both negative. He prescribed a Z-pack.

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
Hello again.

I'm glad to see that you were seen in person.

The Zpak should cover for a bronchitis or even pneumonia.

If the chest pain continues it should be evaluated by your doctor. In the absence of being able to examine you in person I am not able to determine the cause of the chest discomfort.

Sincerely,

Dr Galamaga

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (21 hours later)

Thanks for your answer. I had to go to the ER last night--got a CT of my chest, and it WAS pneumonia!

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (1 minute later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
Hello again.

I am glad you were checked out again. Hopefully symptoms will improve well with antibiotics.

Be sure to followup with your primary care doctor.

Dr. Galamaga

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad