I am sick help help me please.?!
Question:
I am sick help help me please.?
i got sore throat , runni nose and i some time feel hot some time feel cold please help me what to do?
Answers:
sounds like the common cold or the beginnings of the flu-either way, they are both viral and there is no cure. takes a virus about 10-14 days to run it's course.
try these things to alleviate symptoms and help you feel better
-use a warm mist humidifier in your room while you sleep. this will keep the air moist and prevent your throat from drying out and becoming more irritated. it also helps break up nasal congestion so it's easier for you to breathe.
-gargle with warm salt water for your sore throat (2tsp of salt to 8oz water)
-drink warm tea w/honey. avoid using lemon b/c the acid will irritate your throat
-suck on hard candies or ice cubes
-take nyquil or similar cold medicine at night to help you sleep. do NOT take tylenol or motrin with it-the nyquil already has tylenol in it.
-you can take ibuprofen to help with body aches and any fever you might have (if not allergic) take 200-400mg every 6 hours as needed but no more than 1200mg in 24 hours
-drink plenty of fluid to ward off dehydration. water, gatorade or sprite (or similar) work best.
-if you feel like eating-stick with bland foods that won't upset your stomach
-soup
-crackers
-toast
-applesauce
-jello
-rice
hope you feel better soon