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How To Cure Flu Without Antibiotics?
Hi, I have had some kind of flu, which I got on Boxing Day in Dec. it has left me with a cough which is still on going decreasing but not gone. My family and husband want me to see a doctor, which I will do but I don't want to take anti biotics if possible, what do you suggest?
Thu, 27 Feb 2014
Hi,
After any infection either viral or bacterial cough remains for little longer.
Take cough suppressant syrup for few days, gradually cough will be subsided.
if cough still persisted then go for blood check up and x-ray to rule out any bacterial infection.
If positive reports are there go for antibiotic medicine course to prevent complication.
Do deep breathing respiratory exercise.
Avoid cold drinks, junk food.
Ok and take care.
After any infection either viral or bacterial cough remains for little longer.
Take cough suppressant syrup for few days, gradually cough will be subsided.
if cough still persisted then go for blood check up and x-ray to rule out any bacterial infection.
If positive reports are there go for antibiotic medicine course to prevent complication.
Do deep breathing respiratory exercise.
Avoid cold drinks, junk food.
Ok and take care.
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