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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Viral Infection

I had norovirus on Tuesday evening. I spent most of Wednesday and today in bed however I still feel nauseous, light headed and a loss of appetite. It seems to be causing me to become anxious and panicky which is making the symptoms worse. What is the best thing to do? Just wait for it to pass?
Wed, 13 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of persistent viral infection which seems to be due to acute gastroenteritis leading to symptoms of nausea, lightheadedness and loss of appetite. Need not to worry. I would suggest you should take Diphenhydramine and Dextromethorphan for 4-5 days. Take ibuprofen one tablet twice daily. Take soft foods to avoid irritation to the throat. Apply cold compresses and do tepid sponging. You should avoid cold carbonated beverages. You should visit gastroenterologist once and get it examined and start treatment after proper prescription. Avoid outside food and hot and spicy food beverages.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Viral Infection

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of persistent viral infection which seems to be due to acute gastroenteritis leading to symptoms of nausea, lightheadedness and loss of appetite. Need not to worry. I would suggest you should take Diphenhydramine and Dextromethorphan for 4-5 days. Take ibuprofen one tablet twice daily. Take soft foods to avoid irritation to the throat. Apply cold compresses and do tepid sponging. You should avoid cold carbonated beverages. You should visit gastroenterologist once and get it examined and start treatment after proper prescription. Avoid outside food and hot and spicy food beverages. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari