A member asked:

Can't talk: bad burning throat, painful cough, feverish, slept all day, runny nose. tested negative for flu and mono and given no meds. what can i do?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

What to do: Cold tips: for sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). * for congestion – saline nose drops or a neti pot. *for anti-inflammatory effect ; mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.**for hydration- lots of water. Try clear broth. * add honey ; a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea.

Answered 1/18/2014

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