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Cough and cold for 5 days
Respected sir/madam I am feeling heavy cold and cough for the past 5 days. Cold is not decreased. My right ear is blocked due to cold and heavy headache.
What can I do. Suggest me a good medicine.
Thanking you.
H anand
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Steam inhalation with Vicks or eucalyptus oil.
Fluticortizone nasal spray two puffs two times.
MONTE lc one at night after dinner for 5 days
Crocin 100 to be dissolve in water n consume after food sos for heavy head.
Sinarest two times after food days.
MONTE lc one at night after dinner for 5 days
Close your nose by pinching so as ears n pretend as blowing balloon, 3 times to three times ear open.
No cold things.
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**Next Steps for Cough, Cold, Ear Blockage, and Headache:**
1. **Symptom Management:**
- **Nasal Decongestant:** Use saline nasal drops/spray or OTC decongestants (e.g., pseudoephedrine) to relieve nasal congestion and ear blockage.
- **Steam Inhalation:** Do steam inhalation 2–3 times daily to ease congestion and open the Eustachian tube (helps unblock the ear).
- **Pain Relief:** Take paracetamol (500 mg) every 6–8 hours for headache and body ache. Avoid self-medicating with antibiotics.
- **Hydration & Rest:** Drink warm fluids (ginger tea, soup) and rest adequately.
2. **When to Seek Immediate Care:**
- If fever >101°F persists beyond 3 days, ear pain worsens, or you notice hearing loss/yellow ear discharge (signs of ear infection).
- Green/yellow nasal mucus with facial pain (may indicate sinusitis).
**Word of Caution:**
- Avoid cold beverages, smoking, and dusty environments.
- Do not ignore persistent symptoms, as they could escalate without proper treatment.
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For a thorough evaluation and prescription tailored to your symptoms, I recommend a consultation. Reach me on WhatsApp at **eight zero zero nine eight two one three three two** to discuss further. Let’s ensure a speedy recovery!
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Bangalore
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Steam inhalation.
Salt water gargling.
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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