I'm 2 days out and I have a fever

[networkpro]

Went to the Emergency room and it's not a Bacteria infection, just flu-like symptoms. They gave me something called "Tamiflu" and I'm going to drink lots of water and sleep. Thanks guys!

Anti Viral

 

[NickMaio]

Oh that sucks - - - I hope you shake it soon.
Good luck.

 

[crxbrett]

Yes to the unfiltered ACV. I get Braggs brand at my local publix. It is great for so many things. I even take some to Disney with us because it will get rid of heartburn in a flash.

That's the one I get!! "With the Mother" lol That stuff is so good! I never get heartburn or acid reflux anymore because of it, either. And it helps the digestive system, too. But seriously, I had extremely severe strep throat about 3 years ago for the first time in my life. Apparently extreme cases of strep throat can compromise the immune system for up to a year? I got a cold or sick every few weeks non-stop for a solid 4 months after. Anyways, I started taking ACV, oregano oil extract, ginger root, garlic and cayenne pepper extract as part of my daily routine. I don't know if those are the reason, but I have not had a cold in over 2 years now since I started the regimen. So I swear by it. Unfortunately the flu can still get you, but at least colds are no longer a worry for me.


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[BoarderPhreak]

Rest and ibuprofen. From a pharmacist of 26 years.

The problem with Ibuprofen is that it reduces a fever; not something you want anymore (unlike the old way of thinking) as the fever is what kills the bacteria/virus. Counter-intuitive, I know. Check out the "Fever: suppress or let it ride?" article from the US National Library of Medicine - National Institutes of Health (among others out there).

 

[joejccva71]

I'm good. I feel much better. Fever is gone and my body doesn't ache.

The sleep and sweating it out is what really worked.

 

[LeighM]

My husband came down with something similar while we were at WDW in March. Luckily, I took a pharmacy with me that helped him sleep better LOL. I don't know if it's just a mental thing but elderberry seems to always help us.

 

[larryz]

That's what Elton John thinks...

 

[thomas998]

I'm good. I feel much better. Fever is gone and my body doesn't ache.

The sleep and sweating it out is what really worked.

You may feel better but that doesn't mean you are all better yet. I would postpone my trip if I were you. Pushing yourself on a trip is not a good then to do when you are getting over something as you can wear your body down to the point that you get worse than you were before. Being sick on a trip is not fun and being sick at a place as expensive as Disney is even worse because you will pretty much not enjoy things as much and when it costs as much as Disney you want to get your money's worth.

 

[durangojim]

Hope you feel better!

 

[larryz]

The question: is it "starve a cold and feed a fever," or is it "feed a cold and starve a fever"?

 

[joejccva71]

Lol everyone wants me to postpone my trip. I'm fine. I even worked out yesterday, lifted and did cardio and still was fine this morning. No fever, no congestion, no cough, nothing. I appreciate the help though my friends.

 

[noodles]

The problem with Ibuprofen is that it reduces a fever; not something you want anymore (unlike the old way of thinking) as the fever is what kills the bacteria/virus. Counter-intuitive, I know. Check out the "Fever: suppress or let it ride?" article from the US National Library of Medicine - National Institutes of Health (among others out there).

True, but if I've spent thousands on a trip, I'm beating that fever down and heading for Splash Mountain.

 

[BoarderPhreak]

Lol everyone wants me to postpone my trip. I'm fine. I even worked out yesterday, lifted and did cardio and still was fine this morning. No fever, no congestion, no cough, nothing. I appreciate the help though my friends.

Not at all! Drag your failing body to WDW and hit some rides!

True, but if I've spent thousands on a trip, I'm beating that fever down and heading for Splash Mountain.

See above.

 

[KTK]

Just started today. It's not crazy yet, 98.9 but I feel pretty bad. Seriously?

I take a multivitamin every day (Orange Triad by Controlled Labs) and have been for about 8 years now. I just went and bought Zicam , Tylenol and Airborne. I'm getting extremely concerned at this point.

Sorry you feel so bad. Sounds viral though. Temp is actually normal. Besides the chills you don't mention any other symptoms. Extra fluids and extra rest are the best. Over the counter meds may help you feel better but they don't get rid of the infection. Shots of antibiotics in the office setting these days is rare.

 

[crxbrett]

I'm good. I feel much better. Fever is gone and my body doesn't ache.

The sleep and sweating it out is what really worked.

Awesome!!! Just be sure to get as much sleep as possible on vacation and drink a gallon of water a day. Glad you got better! Have an amazing WDW trip!


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