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What Causes Drop In Body Temperature?

Hi, My daughter has high fever for the past two days (102 - 105). We were advised to give her ibuprofen and acetaminophen to bring the fever down. We haven't given her any medication since 8am this morning but now her temp is only 96.2 and she haven't eaten or drink anything since 7am. We took her to the dr. and they haven't found any infection. What could cause such symptoms?
Thu, 8 Jun 2017
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Usually, viral infections cause high fever and antipyretics like Paracetamol are given for 3 days for reducing fever while body's immunity takes care of viral infections. Make sure child is feeding well and having adequate urine output, not getting lethargic or drowsy.

If fever continues for more than 3 days you may need to consult a doctor and do blood examination to rule out bacterial infection and need of antibiotic medications.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Khan Shoeb Mohammad Sher Mohammad
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What Causes Drop In Body Temperature?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Usually, viral infections cause high fever and antipyretics like Paracetamol are given for 3 days for reducing fever while body s immunity takes care of viral infections. Make sure child is feeding well and having adequate urine output, not getting lethargic or drowsy. If fever continues for more than 3 days you may need to consult a doctor and do blood examination to rule out bacterial infection and need of antibiotic medications. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Khan Shoeb Mohammad Sher Mohammad