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What are some tried and true ways to get over a cold/flu fast?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If the flu, see Dr. : Early for possible tamifu tx. Sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). Get strep test/culture if very sore. Congestion – saline nose drops or netti pot. For anti-inflammatory effect & mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup. Hydrate- lots of water/clear broth/ add honey & a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea.. Fever/ pain – Acetaminophen / nsaid’s.

Answered 6/24/2014

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