I have been experiencing symptoms of viral fever for the past two days, including complete body ache, cold, and cough. Could you please suggest the possible cause, appropriate treatment, home remedies, and precautions I should take?
Asked by Male, 35 ยท 2 hours ago
The possible cause is a seasonal viral respiratory infection. For treatment, take over-the-counter Paracetamol for fever and body ache, and an antihistamine for the cold. As home remedies, get plenty of rest, drink warm fluids, stay hydrated, and use steam inhalation twice daily to ease congestion. For precautions, wear a mask, wash your hands frequently, and isolate yourself to avoid infecting others. If your symptoms worsen, you experience shortness of breath, or the fever persists beyond 5 days, please consult a physician in person.