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What Causes Cold, Runny Nose And Sinus Burning Sensation After Taking Laxative?
Hi, I took 3 laxatives on a Monday and didnt eat much. Tuesday I woke up with a cold, runniy nose, burning sinuses. On wednesday it got worse, aching body, blocked ears, nose, and headaches... Could this be the result from the stress of the laxatives? I want to keep using them but worried it will stress my body out too much and I wont recover from the flu/cold quick enough... Thanks! Sophia
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Sat, 29 Aug 2015
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Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The symptoms seem to be related to a a cold or flu.
These symptoms don't seem to be related to a the use of laxatives.
I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms.
I also suggest to drink liquids and rest.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The symptoms seem to be related to a a cold or flu.
These symptoms don't seem to be related to a the use of laxatives.
I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms.
I also suggest to drink liquids and rest.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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