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What Causes Body Aches, Chills, Cough And Severe Headache?

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Posted on Wed, 19 Apr 2017
Question: Pretty sure I gave flu, body aches, chills,cough. I have a severe headache I can't seem to minimize. I have been taking Aleave and it doesn't touch it. Recommendations for headache and body aches. This is the second day
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Take Tylenol: 1g every 6-8hours.

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for contacting us at healthcare magic.

I have reviewed your information fully and this truly sounds like a flu/upper respiratory tract infection. Antibiotics do not often provide any additional gains. Managing the symptoms is the main way forward.

I recommend that you take Tylenol as instructed above. This has a better performance addressing flu related symptoms. in addition, regular exercise, increased fluid intake and good diet would help with recovery. Fruits and vegetables are also useful in this regard.


I hope this helps. I wish you well and feel free to follow up with me if need be.
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What Causes Body Aches, Chills, Cough And Severe Headache?

Brief Answer: Take Tylenol: 1g every 6-8hours. Detailed Answer: Hi and thanks for contacting us at healthcare magic. I have reviewed your information fully and this truly sounds like a flu/upper respiratory tract infection. Antibiotics do not often provide any additional gains. Managing the symptoms is the main way forward. I recommend that you take Tylenol as instructed above. This has a better performance addressing flu related symptoms. in addition, regular exercise, increased fluid intake and good diet would help with recovery. Fruits and vegetables are also useful in this regard. I hope this helps. I wish you well and feel free to follow up with me if need be.