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Suggest Remedy For Flu With Excess Cough
Yes thank I, have had flu like systoms for about three weeks now . I have been to the doctor 3 times in 3 weeks and each time i go I just get more medicine I'm to the point that I don't know what to take or what not to take. I have a deep cough that seems to get worse ?
Thu, 9 Jun 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of flu with excess cough which are pointing towards upper respiratory tract infection leading to common cold, well this can be caused by bacterial or viral infection.
Need not to worry. I would suggest you to take preventive measures such as do warm saline gargles and drink one spoon of honey mix with glass of lukewarm water. You should take hot milk boiled with pinch of turmeric in it to boost immunity. You should take steam inhalation along with vaporizers. Avoid hot, sharp , spicy food.
You should consult ENT specialist for proper examination. Doctor may order test like X-ray chest, throat swab test and blood test to confirm the diagnosis and rule out causes. Doctor may prescribe antibacterial amoxicillin or anti viral acyclovir depending upon the diagnosis along with decongestants.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of flu with excess cough which are pointing towards upper respiratory tract infection leading to common cold, well this can be caused by bacterial or viral infection.
Need not to worry. I would suggest you to take preventive measures such as do warm saline gargles and drink one spoon of honey mix with glass of lukewarm water. You should take hot milk boiled with pinch of turmeric in it to boost immunity. You should take steam inhalation along with vaporizers. Avoid hot, sharp , spicy food.
You should consult ENT specialist for proper examination. Doctor may order test like X-ray chest, throat swab test and blood test to confirm the diagnosis and rule out causes. Doctor may prescribe antibacterial amoxicillin or anti viral acyclovir depending upon the diagnosis along with decongestants.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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