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Viral respiratory tract infections

Viral respiratory tract infections include the common cold and influenza which doctors often refer these to upper respiratory infections (Uris) while infections of the lower respiratory tract refers to symptoms in the windpipe, airways, and lungs. Children develop on average six viral respiratory tract infections each year while they possibly suffer both the upper and lower respiratory tracts. The symptoms typically peak after 3-5 days and then gradually clear. Children tend to get more upper respiratory tract infections than adults because their antibody levels are low to again many of the RTI viruses. Further, they are easily in touch of virus when their hands come into contact with nasal secretions from an infected person. Children in child care centare more likely contact with an infectious agent and are more likely to be infected with viral respiratory infections than those living at home.


  • Cough
  • Fever
  • Headache
  • Aches
  • Pains
  • Stuffy or runny nose
  • Sore, red throat (pharyngitis) and possibly swollen lymph glands
  • Off your food
  • Feel miserable and grumpy
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting

  • Viral infection
  • A history of smoking
  • Spending time in an enclosed area with an infected person or in close contact with an infected person
  • Frequently touching eyes, nose, or mouth with contaminated fingers.
  • Low blood vitamin D levels
  • Seasonal change
  • Low humidity

  • Take supplement rich in vitamins C and E before and during a cold
  • Drink about eight glasses of fluid daily
  • Eat more healthy, energizing food with high level of antioxidant and phytochemical
  • Eat at least four servings of vegetables and two servings of fruits every day.
  • Limit alcohol to 1 glass a day.
  • Limit sugar intake.
 
  • Don't share cups, glasses and cutlery or food
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
  • Blowing the nose on paper tissues and dispose of them after use
  • Always wash hands frequently with soap, especially after blowing the nose or when eating or preparing food
  • Quit smoking and avoid expose to cigarette smoke
  • Stay home from school or child care until the fever is gone and they feel well enough to attend.
  • Avoid exposure to cold temperatures during periods of low temperature
  • Get plenty of bed rest 
  • Keep your room warm, but not overheated
  • Do aerobic exercise regularly



 

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