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What Causes Fever And Cough?
i have a fever of 102 degrees. Have had heavy cough for two plus weeks, though some what better the last couple of days. Doctor has me on antibiotics (8 of 10 days), and Allegra and saline solution. Been sleeping lots of the past several days with no energy.
Mon, 23 Jun 2014
Dear Friend.
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I understand your concern.
Cough and fever of more then 2 weeks should be evaluated specially for Pulmonary Tuberculosis.
I would advise you to get:
1. Chest Xray
2. Sputum for AFB.
3. Hemogram with ESR.
You may take a cough syrup like Benadryl only for symptomatic relief.
But you should get evaluated.
This is my personal opinion for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.
Stay Healthy
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD
Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I understand your concern.
Cough and fever of more then 2 weeks should be evaluated specially for Pulmonary Tuberculosis.
I would advise you to get:
1. Chest Xray
2. Sputum for AFB.
3. Hemogram with ESR.
You may take a cough syrup like Benadryl only for symptomatic relief.
But you should get evaluated.
This is my personal opinion for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me.
Stay Healthy
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD
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