I Have Had A Cold Since Wednesday. Yesterday Developed A

Posted on Tue, 14 May 2019

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Question : I have had a cold since Wednesday. Yesterday developed a cough, today developed a fever(100, normally 97.4) Also headache.

Should I wait and see or go to a clinic?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (-4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
The symptoms seem to be related to an upper respiratory tract infection.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Your symptoms seem to be related to an upper respiratory tract infection.

I suggest to use anti-inflammatory medication for the fever such as Ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day.

It will also help in relieving the headache .

For the course you can use a mucolytic such as Mucinex.

I also recommend to drink liquids and rest.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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