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Why fevers should be taken seriously in cancer patients

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Dr Sarita Retief explains why fevers are emergencies in cancer patients and explains the four probable causes.

Dr Sarita Retief is currently working as a clinical and radiation oncologist at Nelspruit Mediclinic in the private sector. She completed pre- and postgraduate studies at the University of the Free State.
30 May English South Africa Health & Fitness

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