Question
I have a sore throat and body aches, and I started to have a fever on the third day. After taking medicine and drinking medicine, I got better, but I still have a low fever every night and don’t have a high fever during the day. It’s been over a week.
Answer
Upper respiratory infections often come with symptoms such as a sore throat, coughing, and runny nose. Fever can be the body’s response to fighting an infection. It is recommended to drink plenty of water, get rest, and take appropriate cold medicine and fever-reducing medication. If symptoms persist or worsen, it is advisable to seek medical attention for blood tests and X-rays to confirm the diagnosis and receive professional treatment advice. For students, if symptoms do not improve during school hours, it may be necessary to consider seeking further assistance from the school doctor or family physician.