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Hello

Thank You for contacting HCM. My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.

I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. I would be in a better position to guide you anything if you answer following questions please:

1. is there any history of fever?
2. since when are you having cough?
3. do you feel pain while swallowing?
4. are you on any medication?
5. do you have diabetes, hypertension or any other illness?
6. is there any history of running nose?

I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You

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Hello

Thank you for getting back. Your symptoms are most probably due to common cold/flu. If i were your treating doctor then i would have advised following things:

- Take Diphenhydramine + Dextromethorphan thrice a day for cough.
- cetirizine one at night for 2 days.
- Take hot water in a cup, add 1 table spoon salt in it. Perform gargles (mouth wash) with it three times a day for at least 3 days. It will give soothing effect.
- cover yourself with warm clothes before going out.

AVOID chilled water or spicy food

Hopefully condition will improve with these measures BUT in case condition does not improves then you need to visit hospital for further workup and antibiotic cover.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!

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