Question 1

what does it mean if i have cough and fever?

Accepted Answer

Breathing problems: If you are experiencing cough associated with significant fever, you may very well have pneumonia, and that will require an antibiotic. Other potential causes include a blot clot in the lung, tumor, and other inflammatory conditions of the lung. So, yes, it could be something bad. Best to have it checked out.

Question 2

could it be something bad if i have cough and fever?

Accepted Answer

Breathing problems: If you are experiencing cough associated with significant fever, you may very well have pneumonia, and that will require an antibiotic. Other potential causes include a blot clot in the lung, tumor, and other inflammatory conditions of the lung. So, yes, it could be something bad. Best to have it checked out.

Question 3

are some people more prone to getting cough and fever?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You are talking most about the common cold.  This requires exposure and susceptibility.  If people around you have a cold, you could be exposed.  But your system must be susceptible (i.e. Your bodily defenses are down).  Also if you move to a new city, you will get more colds for 1-2 years as you wade through the endemic cold viruses in that area.

Question 4

what cold cough and fever medicine should i take at work?

Accepted Answer

Probably stay home: You are likely to be infecting your coworkers.  If you have to work and want to minimize symptoms, there are many otc products.  For cough, choose one which contains dextromethorphan (usually designated by dm on the bottle.  Aspirin or Acetaminophen will help your fever and achiness, and you may also benefit from a decongestant.  Look at the bottles or ask pharmacist.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: cough and fever?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory infectio: Cough and fiver usually  indicate that your respiratory system is under attack by a virus or bacteria; your defense department, your immune system of the airway is in action. Fever is caused by chemical (pyrogens) released by your immune cells to fight-off the infection. Cough is to expel the enemy from your airway by producing mucus and washing them away.

Question 6

ok to take amoxacilin for a cough and fever?

Accepted Answer

No: Cough and fever is very non specific and could be viral.  If you just take an antibiotic then you are creating resistance.   If your symptoms are severe you should seek medical attention.

Question 7

i have got severe cough and fever last 5 days?

Accepted Answer

Acute bronchitis?: You may have acute bronchitis. If the fever is still present after this amount of time, it may be due to a bacterial infection that may require antibiotics so see your doctor or go to an er. If the cough persists when the other symptoms resolve, bronchospasm may be present and this can also be treated by your doctor. If you smoke, you need to quit asap to reduce airway inflammation

Question 8

what can i do my 7 month old has a cough and fever?

Accepted Answer

How high a fever?: Most likely a cough and low-grade fever lasting a few days is just a "cold", a viral upper respiratory infection. Fever over 102 f (39 c) should be evaluated by your child's pediatrician as bronchiolitis and pneumonia are possibilities.

Question 9

my 5 daughter has a bark sounding cough and fever what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Be seen: There are many causes of cough and fever, and she needs to be evaluated.  Bronchitis or pneumonia, or even whooping cough if she has not been vaccinated.

Question 10

i feel bloated ..what should i do..not feeling ok i feel heavy aftet my cough and fever subside?

Accepted Answer

See someone medical: Monah,  no one could help you with so little information.  You really do need to see someone who can get the whole story and examine you to decide if you are really sick with something serious or are just a little under the weather.  Good luck and we all hope you feel better quickly.

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Ok to take amoxacilin for a cough and fever?

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What can i do my 7 month old has a cough and fever?

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My 5 daughter has a bark sounding cough and fever what could it be?

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I feel bloated ..what should i do..not feeling ok i feel heavy aftet my cough and fever subside?

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