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Suggest Treatment For Flu And Chest Infection

HI, I am currently suffering with flu and now also have a chest infection for which i am taking antibiotics. I am really struggling to sleep because whenever i go to sleep i am sweating so much that the bed is getting soaked.I am having to change the bedding twice overnight. I have been told to take ibroprofen for the fever but is there anything else i can do as this is really getting me down..thanks
Tue, 16 Jan 2018
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Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* Primary guidelines for better recovery along with current medicines

- Gargles with salted lukewarm water added peppermint oil 3 times / day
- Inhalation of vapors of boiled water with blanket over the head 3 times
- Prefering semi reclining position when resting .
- Maintain hydration with enough liquid intake .
- Discuss with doctor regarding excess perspiration at night as that may
require certain changes in drugs given at dinner time .
- Keep BP , blood sugar levels under control .
- Get basic lab tests , x-ray chest if not done till now .
- Avoid smoking if doing .

Hope this clears your doubt .
Wishing you fine recovery .

Welcome for any further assistance .
Regards take care .
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Suggest Treatment For Flu And Chest Infection

Hello dear Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query thoroughly . * Primary guidelines for better recovery along with current medicines - Gargles with salted lukewarm water added peppermint oil 3 times / day - Inhalation of vapors of boiled water with blanket over the head 3 times - Prefering semi reclining position when resting . - Maintain hydration with enough liquid intake . - Discuss with doctor regarding excess perspiration at night as that may require certain changes in drugs given at dinner time . - Keep BP , blood sugar levels under control . - Get basic lab tests , x-ray chest if not done till now . - Avoid smoking if doing . Hope this clears your doubt . Wishing you fine recovery . Welcome for any further assistance . Regards take care .