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What Causes Chills In An Elderly Despite Taking Cipro And Flu Shots?
Question: My 86 year old father has shaking chills. Blood sugar is 125. Had flu shot this morning. Has ear infection. On cipro and ear drops. I can't find thermometer... Was not hot to touch.. But warmer no that I put many blankets on him. have left message for dr on call
Brief Answer:
Being on antibiotics already, you shouldn't be alarmed!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks so much for this query.
With your dad already on antibiotics, there is little to be alarmed about. The chills are most likely caused by the flu shot. Tylenol, 1000mg would address the symptoms. Let hom also drink much fluids. This will not repeat itself or persist beyond 24hours. He should continue antibiotics for the ear infection as well.
I will appreciate that you send his temperatures reading, now and 8hours later for review and more insights and guidance.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
Being on antibiotics already, you shouldn't be alarmed!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks so much for this query.
With your dad already on antibiotics, there is little to be alarmed about. The chills are most likely caused by the flu shot. Tylenol, 1000mg would address the symptoms. Let hom also drink much fluids. This will not repeat itself or persist beyond 24hours. He should continue antibiotics for the ear infection as well.
I will appreciate that you send his temperatures reading, now and 8hours later for review and more insights and guidance.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
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