However, according to the OP's post, she suggested that he try to take some medication—and utilize other strategies to attempt to get the fever down ... He's been sick for a couple of days ...

In an evening bulletin, the Vatican said preliminary tests showed Francis had a respiratory tract infection, was running a mild fever and was in “fair” condition at Gemelli where he was ...

In an evening bulletin, the Vatican said preliminary tests showed Francis had a respiratory tract infection, was running a mild fever and was in “fair” condition at Rome’s Gemelli hospital ...