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my husband is really sick. he aches all over. he is shivering. it is 90 outside.what could be wrong?

 

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July 31 10:40 AM (7 minutes and 50 seconds later)
         
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Hi -

Could you tell me if he has any other symptoms? Sore throat? Sweating? Fever? How long has he felt this way?

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July 31 10:42 AM (2 minutes and 26 seconds later)
         
Reply to HealthGuru aka Emily's Post: yes, all of those
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July 31 10:43 AM (1 minute and 15 seconds later)
         
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What is his temperature right now?

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Emily



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July 31 10:48 AM (4 minutes and 46 seconds later)
         
Reply to HealthGuru aka Emily's Post: i dont know our thermometer quit working.he just got home from night turn,and he is shivering. he has 2 comforters on.
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July 31 10:53 AM (4 minutes and 30 seconds later)
         
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It sounds like your husband probably has a virus of some sort. Usually the worst of the symptoms last a few days, but he could feel pretty awful for a week or more.

You really need to watch for signs of dehydration and serious illness. If he isn't able to drink or keep down fluids, or if it seems like he is really burning up (it might be in your best interest to go buy a thermometer - they cost under $10) or has a temperature of 103 degrees, you should take him to the ER. Also, if he starts to experience severe pain in his stomach area (particularly in the lower right side), you need to take him to the ER.

Continue to give him pain relievers every 4-6 hours as needed, and try to encourage him to drink as many fluids as possible.

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July 31 11:05 AM (11 minutes and 59 seconds later)
         
Reply to HealthGuru aka Emily's Post: he has been feeling this way since friday
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July 31 11:11 AM (6 minutes and 37 seconds later)
         
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You should definitely take him to the doctor then. Especially if he hasn't started to feel better yet.

Please feel free to let me know if you have any other questions. I hope he feels better soon!





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July 31 11:16 AM (4 minutes and 23 seconds later)
         
Reply to HealthGuru aka Emily's Post: thankyou very much. iwill try to get him to go.and i will go get a thermometer.
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July 31 11:18 AM (2 minutes and 6 seconds later)
         
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Excellent - really encourage it. By this point he may be dehydrated, especially if he has a sore throat. Dehydration can only lead to him feeling sicker longer, so going in now will help him feel better sooner.

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