- Most upper respiratory tract infections develop intermittent fever for three to five days. Take medicine as instructed along with lots of warm water. Ice pillows may be used if temperature up to 38℃ without chills; a warm bath may be considered if over 38.5℃.
- If you have coughs, drink lots of water and avoid of iced or sweet beverages and oranges. Try breathing deep and using the diaphragm to expectorate sputum. Wear masks that cover the nose and mouth area to avoid cold air exacerbating symptoms.
- Lots of rest. Eat more fruits and vegetables.
- Fever may recur several times a day or does not seem to reduce after a long time. It is often the natural course of the disease and so it is important to stay calm. Contact us or other medical institutions when in doubt or have any questions regarding your condition. Otherwise, follow up as scheduled.
- Return to the emergency department if there are following symptoms：
- Persistent high fever despite antipyretics
- Headache with neck stiffness
- Difficulty breathing
- Excessive amount of yellow sputum
- Unable to swallow saliva
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
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