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My son is 15 and he has covid symptoms. fever muscle fatigue reduced appetite. he took paracetamol for two days. and he said he's been experiencing constipation. add more fibre to diet? or paracetamol causing or his covid anxiety?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

I do not understand how you at 19 can have a son of 15. Please clarify.

Answered 2/21/2022

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Constipation is almost always due to decreased fluid intake, increased fluid loss and lack of adequate fiber intake. Increasing non caffeinated fluid intake and eating fresh fruits and vegetables may help. Vitamin D 100mg daily and Zinc 50 mg daily have both been shown to help with Covid recovery and prevention. Taking Paracetamol for fever reduction and muscle pain is advised.

Answered 2/22/2022

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