| Symptoms |
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- coughing
- sore throat
- facial pain
- fever
- headache
- thick nasal drainage
- nasal congestion
- pain in the teeth
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| Treatment |
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- antibiotics may be necessary
- acetaminophen or ibuprofen for relief of discomfort or fever
- decongestants for nasal congestion
- don't use decongestant nasal sprays more than 4-5 days
- cough suppressants for relief of cough at night
- drink plenty of liquids
- throat lozenges for sore throat
- gargle with salt water (1 tsp. salt in 1/2 glass warm water) for sore throat
- blow your nose gently with both nostrils open
- avoid smoking or smoke filled environments
- get extra rest
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| Get Advice For |
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- fever over 101 F.
- severe headache
- vomiting
- ear pain
- swelling around the eyes
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