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What Causes Severe Cough And Body Ache?

Posted on Wed, 8 Apr 2015

Question: Hello Doctor
I am not feeling too good today.
I have cough not too bad but at regular intervals.
My body is also aching and not able to concentrate on my work.
I dont have fever though have taken Disprin in the morning.
could you please advise some medicine for me
best regards

Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
5 steps

Detailed Answer:
Hi

I am Dr Mittal

I have read your query.

The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a viral infection.

I would suggest the following steps.

1. Plenty of fluids- 2-4 litres per day

2. warm saline gargles 4 times a day.

3. Steam inhalation 4 times a day.

4. Multivitamins may be added for better recovery.

5. May need antibiotics if the symptoms do not resolve.

Please feel free to ask a follow up query.

Dr Mittal

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar