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Is Fever Along With Throat Irritation And Fatigue Symptoms Of A Bacterial Infection?
My son when swimming in a water hole, not a pool, with his father and now is running a 101 degree fever, throat irritation, fatigue (didn t get out of bed for two days), lack of appetite. I m concerned he may have picked up a bacteria or something in watering hole.
Fri, 17 Aug 2018
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He may be developed acute viral pharygitis most commonly adenovirus infection. He may need to take rest, use tablet Paracetamol thrice a day for five days according to body weight. Drink plenty of liquids. if symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
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He may be developed acute viral pharygitis most commonly adenovirus infection. He may need to take rest, use tablet Paracetamol thrice a day for five days according to body weight. Drink plenty of liquids. if symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
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