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How Can Sinus Pressure, Runny Nose And Mucus In Lungs Be Treated?

Hi, I had cold symptons this past weekend, nothing too bad. I started feeling much better on monday, but then monday night I started getting really bad chills, shivering and unable to stay warm. I also felt feverish, and a little nauseus as well, although I did not vomit. This continued throughout monday night and into Tuesday morning. Around noon on Tuesday I started to feel better, even though I still felt a little achy/nauseus, but nothing too bad. I feel pretty good right now, but I still have a good bit of mucus buildup in my lungs, and sinus pressure/runny nose. Should I go to the doctor, or can I ride this thing out and start feeling great by this weekend? Any help is much appreciated. Thanks!
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description, possibility of viral respiratory tract infection is more likely.
No need to rush to hospital at present.
Follow these steps and you will mostly improve in 5 days.
1. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated.
2. Do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4-5 times a day.
3. Take combination of levocetrizine and paracetamol twice daily after some food.
If you are not improving in 5 days then consult doctor.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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How Can Sinus Pressure, Runny Nose And Mucus In Lungs Be Treated?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of viral respiratory tract infection is more likely. No need to rush to hospital at present. Follow these steps and you will mostly improve in 5 days. 1. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. 2. Do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4-5 times a day. 3. Take combination of levocetrizine and paracetamol twice daily after some food. If you are not improving in 5 days then consult doctor. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.