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Suggest Treatment For Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

I was diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection on Thursday, Sept. 11. I ve taken Zithromax daily, received a Decadron shot at doctor s office, and take prescribed cough meds at night. My cough is not as productive as it was earlier in the week, AND my temperature has started to spike in the evenings. Should I return to my physician?
Tue, 28 Oct 2014
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Infectious Diseases Specialist,  's  Response
Hello,
Welcome to HCM,

As you describe,it seems like you are suffering from an upper respiratory tract infection. Little laziness is common with any infection in our body.

It can be well treated with antibiotics and anti-histaminics for a few days. For my patients with similar symptoms,I usually give antibiotics like amoxicillin+clavulonate(if not allergic to), along with paracetamol and anti-histaminics like levocetirezine for 5-7 days.

Also avoid dusty/cold atmosphere. Avoid cold drinks.Do warm saline gargles 3-4 times a day.Giving adequate rest to body and having a healthy diet with fruits and veges will speed up recovery.
Thank you.
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Suggest Treatment For Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

Hello, Welcome to HCM, As you describe,it seems like you are suffering from an upper respiratory tract infection. Little laziness is common with any infection in our body. It can be well treated with antibiotics and anti-histaminics for a few days. For my patients with similar symptoms,I usually give antibiotics like amoxicillin+clavulonate(if not allergic to), along with paracetamol and anti-histaminics like levocetirezine for 5-7 days. Also avoid dusty/cold atmosphere. Avoid cold drinks.Do warm saline gargles 3-4 times a day.Giving adequate rest to body and having a healthy diet with fruits and veges will speed up recovery. Thank you.