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What Causes Body Ache While Suffering From Flu?

My mother has the flu and is experiencing soreness throughout her body. Her mucus is dark and thick. I ve asked the doctor for antibiotics and she seems think that this is wear off. My mother is almost 80 and has an history of Pneumonia and Asthma, heat problems etc. what can I do to keep this from turning into a major problem.
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Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern.
Some advices that I can give to you for body ache are :
-Try an OTC analgesic : Fever is how your body fights a viral infection. Acetaminophen, aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen can lower your temperature and ease muscle aches.
-Drink lots of liquids like water, clear soups, broth, or electrolyte replacement drinks until the fever resolves.
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help, thanks!
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What Causes Body Ache While Suffering From Flu?

Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern. Some advices that I can give to you for body ache are : -Try an OTC analgesic : Fever is how your body fights a viral infection. Acetaminophen, aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen can lower your temperature and ease muscle aches. -Drink lots of liquids like water, clear soups, broth, or electrolyte replacement drinks until the fever resolves. Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I ll be glad to help, thanks!