I have been taking medication for typhoid fever for nearly 10 days, but my temperature still ranges between 98?F and 99.7?F. Why is my fever not returning to normal despite continuing the medicine, and should my treatment be changed?
It is reassuring that your temperature is mostly staying below 100?F, which is very close to normal. During recovery from typhoid, the body's thermostat takes time to reset, and a mild temperature fluctuation (up to 99.7?F) is common as your body heals. This suggests your antibiotic treatment is working. However, since you have been on medication for 10 days, you should consult your prescribing doctor for a quick follow-up. They will evaluate if you need to complete the course, check for drug resistance, or adjust the therapy. Please continue your prescribed dosage, rest well, stay hydrated, and do not alter your treatment without your doctor's guidance.
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I have been taking medication for typhoid fever for nearly 10 days, but my temperature still ranges between 98?F and 99.7?F. Why is my fever not returning to normal despite continuing the medicine, and should my treatment be changed?