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Suffering From Flu

Had the flu on Thursday. Blinding headache, achy body, exhaustion and dry cough. These symptoms lasted a full 48 hours. The tiredness has lingered and now 4 days later I have a horrific sore throat. Feels like I swallowed glass. Can urgent care prescribe something? Or will they just tell me it's a virus and it will subside on its own?
Thu, 9 Apr 2015
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Thanks for your question on HCM.
I can understand your situation and problem.
By your history and description, in my opinion you are having severe upper respiratory tract infection (URTI).
The most common cause for this is viral infection.
Viral infection can lead to secondary bacterial infection. And this further worsens the symptoms.
So better to consult ENT doctor and get done prescription for antibiotic drugs.
Along with antibiotics, you should follow these too.
1. Avoid oily and spicy food.
2. Avoid hard to chew food.
3. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated.
4. Do gargles with warm water and antiseptic solution like chlorhexidine.
5. Also start antihistamines and anti inflammatory drugs.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
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Suffering From Flu

Thanks for your question on HCM. I can understand your situation and problem. By your history and description, in my opinion you are having severe upper respiratory tract infection (URTI). The most common cause for this is viral infection. Viral infection can lead to secondary bacterial infection. And this further worsens the symptoms. So better to consult ENT doctor and get done prescription for antibiotic drugs. Along with antibiotics, you should follow these too. 1. Avoid oily and spicy food. 2. Avoid hard to chew food. 3. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. 4. Do gargles with warm water and antiseptic solution like chlorhexidine. 5. Also start antihistamines and anti inflammatory drugs. Don t worry, you will be alright.