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  • 22 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I'm trying to figure out what the normal body temperature is. At what point should I start worrying that it's actually a fever? Also, when is it appropriate to consider taking paracetamol? I'm feeling a bit confused about it.

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if it crosses 100 use paracetmol

Answered 04/07/2025

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