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Are Fever, Body Aches, Cough And Nose Congestion Signs Of Flu?

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Posted on Thu, 10 Mar 2016
Question: I have had a fever, body aches, joint aches for 2 days. I have a cough and slight nose congestion. Even while taking cold medication my temperature is 100.7. Do I have the flu?
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Answered by Dr. Shoaib Khan (22 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, you most certainly have an infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am and welcome.

Thank you for writing to us.

I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. Yes ma'am, you most certainly have the flu. And I am not sure what the 'flu' means in laymen terms, but if it means having an infection, that is most apt. The type of infection you have can result from either a bacterial source or a viral source.

So if you do happen to visit a doctor he/she may choose to start you on the following medications:

+Antibiotics: Either as primary mode of treatment, or to prevent secondary infections
+Antihistamine: To prevent any allergic symptoms
+A nasal decongestant
+A bronchodilator
+An expectorant (usually a syrup)

Please also make sure you keep yourself well hydrated during this period. I hope you find my response helpful. Please do not hesitate to write to me for any further clarifications, I would be more than happy to help.

Best wishes.
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Are Fever, Body Aches, Cough And Nose Congestion Signs Of Flu?

Brief Answer: Yes, you most certainly have an infection Detailed Answer: Hello ma'am and welcome. Thank you for writing to us. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. Yes ma'am, you most certainly have the flu. And I am not sure what the 'flu' means in laymen terms, but if it means having an infection, that is most apt. The type of infection you have can result from either a bacterial source or a viral source. So if you do happen to visit a doctor he/she may choose to start you on the following medications: +Antibiotics: Either as primary mode of treatment, or to prevent secondary infections +Antihistamine: To prevent any allergic symptoms +A nasal decongestant +A bronchodilator +An expectorant (usually a syrup) Please also make sure you keep yourself well hydrated during this period. I hope you find my response helpful. Please do not hesitate to write to me for any further clarifications, I would be more than happy to help. Best wishes.