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how long does it take for viral fever to go away - #15174

Arya

I am feeling really concerned about my son. Last week, he started presenting symptoms of a viral fever and at first, I thought it was just a bit of a cold, you know? But then his temperature shot up and he was all achy and whining. Took him to the doc, and they confirmed that it was viral fever. They didn't give him any antibiotics, just said to let it run its course, which made me worry a bit. It's been five days now, and I can't help but wonder how long does it take for viral fever to go away. I've been reading different things online, some say it usually lasts around a week, but then I also saw that it can stick around longer depending on the virus. I just want to know if we should expect this to clear up soon or if we’re in for a longer battle. He’s also not eating much and is feeling weak, which is adding to my anxiety. I keep checking his temp, and I’m just not sure how long does it take for viral fever to go away in kids, you know? I appreciate any advice and insights!

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