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  • female
  • 30 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I'm feeling really under the weather with a fever that I've had for the past two days and it just seems to be getting worse. Can you tell me which type of doctor I should consult for fever and cold symptoms?

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Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

You should consult a General Physician

Dr. Ranjith Suggests...

Consult a General Physician/ Internal Medicine Specialist

Answered 25/07/2025

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