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What Is The Treatment For Fever And Cough?
Hello,
I have been sick the past week with weaknesss, cough, fever and a little stomach thing. I have been taking Advil and Robitusin and sleeping quite a bit. I have not had much of an appetite but have been eating soup and yogury (something I was craving). My question is regarding my weight. It is up quite a bit today and I have not done anything different in regards to my diet. Can you tell me how much of this can be associated with water retention?
Thank you.
I have been sick the past week with weaknesss, cough, fever and a little stomach thing. I have been taking Advil and Robitusin and sleeping quite a bit. I have not had much of an appetite but have been eating soup and yogury (something I was craving). My question is regarding my weight. It is up quite a bit today and I have not done anything different in regards to my diet. Can you tell me how much of this can be associated with water retention?
Thank you.
Thu, 7 Jan 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of fever and cough which is not improving is due to persistence of respiratory tract infection which is getting chronic and leading to such symptoms. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist without any delay . Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test or virus culture test. You should get an x ray of the chest done. You should go for pulmonary function tests as well to find out exact extent of infection. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with decongestants and mucolytic agents . i would suggest to:
- You should take decongestant nasal sprays containing mucinex for instant relief.
- You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods.
- You should take expectorants. Steam inhalation is very effective for you.
- You should use throat lozenges and go rinses with warm saline water.
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 fever and cough which is not improving is due to persistence of respiratory tract infection which is getting chronic and leading to such symptoms. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist without any delay . Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test or virus culture test. You should get an x ray of the chest done. You should go for pulmonary function tests as well to find out exact extent of infection. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with decongestants and mucolytic agents . i would suggest to:
- You should take decongestant nasal sprays containing mucinex for instant relief.
- You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods.
- You should take expectorants. Steam inhalation is very effective for you.
- You should use throat lozenges and go rinses with warm saline water.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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