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Is It Normal For Body Temperature To Fluctuate During Pneumonia?
My husband was diagnosed with pneumonia 6 days ago. They gave him IV antibiotics and has been taking oral antibiotics since. Last night his fever was 100.5 which Tylenol reduced. Today his temp has been below 97 degrees. Is this a normal reaction to pneumonia?
Tue, 25 Mar 2014
yes it is normal, pneumonia can cause temperature fluctuations and fevers. he should be getting better daily as he continues to take antibiotics.
if his temperature goes above 101.0 F while on antibiotics you should have him call the doctor as the antibiotics might not be working properly.
If his cough and shortness of breath are improving just continue with his current treatment plan.
if his temperature goes above 101.0 F while on antibiotics you should have him call the doctor as the antibiotics might not be working properly.
If his cough and shortness of breath are improving just continue with his current treatment plan.
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