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My husband is on # 4 in round of 6 fulfox for pancreatic CA (being done as insurance ). Had the Whipple in November He is cancer free. He has some hoarseness the past couple days, some sinus congestion and slight nonproductive cough. His last WBC was WNL. Afebrile. Should we be concerned more than just a cold ? Thanks
Its better to treat flu at the earliest stages. I would recommend following things: > Take Diphenhydramine + Dextromethorphan for cough. > Take hot water in a cup, add 1 table spoon salt in it. Perform gargles (mouth wash) with it three times a day for at least 3 days. It will give soothing effect. > Take boiling water in a pot, put your head over the steam and cover whole with a sheet. Take deep breaths in it.(Avoid getting closer else it might cause burn). Do this twice a day.
AVOID: > Chilled water > Drinks > Spicy food
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Suggest Treatment For Sinus Congestion And Cough
Hello Thank You for contacting HCM. Its better to treat flu at the earliest stages. I would recommend following things: Take Diphenhydramine + Dextromethorphan for cough. Take hot water in a cup, add 1 table spoon salt in it. Perform gargles (mouth wash) with it three times a day for at least 3 days. It will give soothing effect. Take boiling water in a pot, put your head over the steam and cover whole with a sheet. Take deep breaths in it.(Avoid getting closer else it might cause burn). Do this twice a day. AVOID: Chilled water Drinks Spicy food Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing him good health