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How To Cure Symptoms Of Flu Like Cough,headache & Fever?

i have flu-like symptoms, light-headed, aching, cough, headache and fever...this is day number 5 and i feel no better. in addition, my knees are hurting-very difficult just to walk to the bathroom. i am 57, and in very good health, not on any prescription drugs.
Tue, 22 Dec 2015
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Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Your all symptoms are typical of viral fever.
Usual time for recovery in viral fever is 1-2 weeks.
You need to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in viral fever.
1. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated.
2. Take paracetamol tablet twice daily.
3. Do warm water gargles 5-6 times a day.
4. Avoid oily and spicy food. Avoid hard to chew food.
5. Take sound sleep for atleast 6-8 hours. Avoid stress and tension.
You will definitely improve with these.. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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How To Cure Symptoms Of Flu Like Cough,headache & Fever?

Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Your all symptoms are typical of viral fever. Usual time for recovery in viral fever is 1-2 weeks. You need to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in viral fever. 1. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. 2. Take paracetamol tablet twice daily. 3. Do warm water gargles 5-6 times a day. 4. Avoid oily and spicy food. Avoid hard to chew food. 5. Take sound sleep for atleast 6-8 hours. Avoid stress and tension. You will definitely improve with these.. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.