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Suggest Treatment For Flu Symptoms, Tiredness And Short Breath
i dont know whats wrong with me
hi! for almost a week now ive thought i had the flu, one second i seem better, the next im worse, im extremely tired and out of breath very quickly. my throat is so sore, everytime i cough it feels like theres knives in there. when i breath i can hear crackle noises. also as of today i started throwing up. any input would help!
thanks!
hi! for almost a week now ive thought i had the flu, one second i seem better, the next im worse, im extremely tired and out of breath very quickly. my throat is so sore, everytime i cough it feels like theres knives in there. when i breath i can hear crackle noises. also as of today i started throwing up. any input would help!
thanks!
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have flu symptoms, tiredness and short breath which are pointing towards upper respiratory tract infection leading to common cold, which can be caused by bacterial or viral infection. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination. Doctor may order test like viral culture test , throat swab test and blood test to confirm the diagnosis and rule out causes. Doctor may prescribe anti bacterial amoxicillin or anti viral acyclovir depending upon the diagnosis along with decongestants. You should take steam inhalation along with vaporizers. Avoid hot, sharp , spicy food. For now continue doing gargles and drink one spoon of honey mix with glass of lukewarm 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 flu symptoms, tiredness and short breath which are pointing towards upper respiratory tract infection leading to common cold, which can be caused by bacterial or viral infection. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination. Doctor may order test like viral culture test , throat swab test and blood test to confirm the diagnosis and rule out causes. Doctor may prescribe anti bacterial amoxicillin or anti viral acyclovir depending upon the diagnosis along with decongestants. You should take steam inhalation along with vaporizers. Avoid hot, sharp , spicy food. For now continue doing gargles and drink one spoon of honey mix with glass of lukewarm water.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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