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How To Minimize The Fever, Body Ache, And Sore Throat, And Possibly Keep It From Reoccurring?

Fever, night sweats, extreme body aches Just today i have started up a fever and body aches and pains. one of my family i live with was recently ill with flu like symptoms. my fever is noticeable but i dont think its extreme. i have a dog and a cat, no medical insurance and i need help diagnosing and treating info. i dont believe its lufe threatening but rarely do i ever get sick. usually wen the heater in my room is left on and dries out and heats the air too much i get strep throat like feelings in my throat which is wut i have and i left the heater on all night. its been really cold here recently, around 20° or less at night. with this information provided do you have any idea what it could be and how to minimize the fever, body ache, and sore throat, amd possibly keep it from reaccuring?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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HI,
You are possibly suffering from a viral throat infection, the source being the family member who suffered from similar complaints.
If I was your treating doctor, I'd advice you to-
1. Start taking an anti pyretic ( Paracetamol) to reduce fever and body aches as well.
2. Take an anti histaminic (cetrizine) to reduce throat and nasal secretions.
3. Do warm saline gargles atleast thrice a day.
4. If it appears to be bacterial, you'll have to take an antibiotic course.

To prevent furthur episodes, ensure your house is well ventilated and in case someone in your family gets this ask him to use a separate towel/handkerchief/glass/water bottle. As this infection spread by means of droplets orally, you'll have to take adequate measures.
Hope your queries have been solved. Feel free to ask if you have any more doubt.
Regards,
Dr. Sridhar Reddy
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How To Minimize The Fever, Body Ache, And Sore Throat, And Possibly Keep It From Reoccurring?

HI, You are possibly suffering from a viral throat infection, the source being the family member who suffered from similar complaints. If I was your treating doctor, I d advice you to- 1. Start taking an anti pyretic ( Paracetamol) to reduce fever and body aches as well. 2. Take an anti histaminic (cetrizine) to reduce throat and nasal secretions. 3. Do warm saline gargles atleast thrice a day. 4. If it appears to be bacterial, you ll have to take an antibiotic course. To prevent furthur episodes, ensure your house is well ventilated and in case someone in your family gets this ask him to use a separate towel/handkerchief/glass/water bottle. As this infection spread by means of droplets orally, you ll have to take adequate measures. Hope your queries have been solved. Feel free to ask if you have any more doubt. Regards, Dr. Sridhar Reddy