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Suggest Treatment For Severe Body Pain And Chills
Brief Answer:
most likely due to a viral illness
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The most common cause is a viral infection though bacterial infections can cause these symptoms are well.
In most cases, additional symptoms start after the first few days which can then pinpoint the exact source of infection.
eg cough cold symptoms or symptoms related to the gastrointestinal tract
Initially treatment would consist of : (1) fluids and rest, this is usually key with most infections
(2)continue the advil/ibuprofen, paracetamol can be added if there is no improvement
Though instinctively persons tend to bundle up with chills, this would actually raise the body temperature and should be avoided
(3)specific treatment towards any symptoms that develop eg if gastro symptoms develop then holding off solid food, using medication for nausea and vomiting, probiotics, fluids and electrolyte replacement
If cough/cold symptoms develop then decongestants, antihistamines, mucolytics (to help break up mucus), cough suppressants-- may be needed
Etc
If additional symptoms occur, then advice can be given on how best it would be to treat these.
I hope this helps, fee free to ask any other questions
most likely due to a viral illness
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The most common cause is a viral infection though bacterial infections can cause these symptoms are well.
In most cases, additional symptoms start after the first few days which can then pinpoint the exact source of infection.
eg cough cold symptoms or symptoms related to the gastrointestinal tract
Initially treatment would consist of : (1) fluids and rest, this is usually key with most infections
(2)continue the advil/ibuprofen, paracetamol can be added if there is no improvement
Though instinctively persons tend to bundle up with chills, this would actually raise the body temperature and should be avoided
(3)specific treatment towards any symptoms that develop eg if gastro symptoms develop then holding off solid food, using medication for nausea and vomiting, probiotics, fluids and electrolyte replacement
If cough/cold symptoms develop then decongestants, antihistamines, mucolytics (to help break up mucus), cough suppressants-- may be needed
Etc
If additional symptoms occur, then advice can be given on how best it would be to treat these.
I hope this helps, fee free to ask any other questions
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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