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Could Sore Throat, Clogged Ears With Orange Tinged Phlegm Indicate Viral Infection?
Hi, For the past week I ve been feeling unwell. It began with a sore throat, fatigue and clogged ears. Whilst my throat has cleared, my ears are still clogged and I m still feeling tired. This morning I coughed up a solid piece of orange phlegm. I m now worried i have a viral infection. Are you able to determine the extent of my illness and most effective ways to treat my case? Many thanks, Daniel
Thu, 18 Sep 2014
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Viral infections of the upper respiratory tract can result in different symptoms such as those you are experiencing.
The symptoms can last 1 week to 10 days.
There are medications available that may help. These are available over the counter.
Treatment involves rest and fluids. In addition to this you may need a mucolytic to help break up any mucus in the chest.
Examples of mucolytics are bisolvan, ambroxal, mucomyst, guaifenesin
I hope this helps
Viral infections of the upper respiratory tract can result in different symptoms such as those you are experiencing.
The symptoms can last 1 week to 10 days.
There are medications available that may help. These are available over the counter.
Treatment involves rest and fluids. In addition to this you may need a mucolytic to help break up any mucus in the chest.
Examples of mucolytics are bisolvan, ambroxal, mucomyst, guaifenesin
I hope this helps
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