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Are Body Aches, Cough And Congestion Symptoms Of Flu?

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Posted on Wed, 14 Jun 2017
Question: Is there a current flu going around that makes every bone in your body hurt and some coughing and congestion.
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (15 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, possibility of viral upper respiratory tract infection like flu is tha

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description, possibility of viral upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) is more likely.
And Influenza is the commonest virus causing this.
And it is likely to spread in community. If others in your area / community also have similar symptoms, then this could be flu endemic.

So drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. Do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4-5 times a day.
Also take antihistamine (levocetrizine or fexofenadine) and anti inflammatory (paracetamol) for quick symptomatic relief.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Are Body Aches, Cough And Congestion Symptoms Of Flu?

Brief Answer: Yes, possibility of viral upper respiratory tract infection like flu is tha Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of viral upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) is more likely. And Influenza is the commonest virus causing this. And it is likely to spread in community. If others in your area / community also have similar symptoms, then this could be flu endemic. So drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. Do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4-5 times a day. Also take antihistamine (levocetrizine or fexofenadine) and anti inflammatory (paracetamol) for quick symptomatic relief. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.