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I've had a sore throat, cough and aches now for a week. also my eyes have matter i'm them. what do u suggest?
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Viral infection: Believe it or not, about 98% of all upper respiratory infections in adults are viral in origin. Therefore with your symptoms, an antibiotic is indicated in about 2% of cases. In general our academy suggests the following: 1.) if you are getting worse after 5 days, an appropriate antibiotic should be given, 2.) if you do not improve at all after 10 days, an antibiotic should be prescribed.
Answered 9/30/2017
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Artificial tears: Consider artificial tears. Preservative free. This can also be the sign of a viral conjunctivitis. Cool compresses also helpful. If the vision compromised you should flow up with your ophthalmologist.
Answered 9/29/2020
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