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Upper Respiratory Tract Infection is caused by infections of the respiratory system, from the nose, throat, and bronchi to the lungs. Most cases are caused by viral infections such as the common cold, influenza, avian flu, and SARS. Bacterial infections also occur, such as pneumonia and tuberculosis. Respiratory infections frequently occur in both children and adults, with some people experiencing multiple episodes per year, such as the common cold, which can recover on its own with proper health care.
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<h2>How to take care of yourself when having a cold or respiratory illness</h2>
And what to do after receiving treatment or returning home?
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<li>Take medication as prescribed by the doctor</li>
<li>Get enough rest</li>
<li>Drink plenty of fluids. If fluid intake must be limited due to health problems, consult a doctor to determine the appropriate amount of fluids to drink</li>
<li>Do not smoke, as it may worsen symptoms</li>
<li>Sip warm water and avoid eating greasy or fried foods to prevent triggering coughing</li>
<li>If coughing or difficulty breathing occurs while lying down, elevate your head with extra pillows to help improve comfort</li>
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<h2>Recommendations to prevent the spread of viruses</h2>
<ul>
<li>Wash hands regularly and avoid touching the face with your hands</li>
<li>Stay home, avoid school, work, and public places until symptoms improve and you have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without using fever-reducing medication</li>
<li>Avoid sharing utensils, toothbrushes, and personal items with others</li>
<li>Avoid hugging, kissing, and close contact</li>
<li>To prevent future influenza infections, get an annual flu vaccine and encourage household members, especially children and the elderly, to get vaccinated to protect vulnerable groups from severe illness</li>
<li>Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing; if possible, cough or sneeze into your elbow instead of your hands</li>
<li>Wear a face mask when close to or talking with others</li>
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<h2>Abnormal symptoms that require prompt medical follow-up</h2>
<ul>
<li>Fever lasting continuously for more than 72 hours, body aches, inability to eat or decreased appetite should be further evaluated</li>
<li>Breathing problems such as rapid or labored breathing</li>
<li>Feeling drowsy, lethargic, dizzy, or confused from the normal level of consciousness</li>
<li>Fever or cough returns after symptoms had previously improved</li>
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Upper respiratory tract infections, from the nose, throat, bronchi to the lungs, are mostly caused by viral infections such as the common cold and influenza. If treatment or medication does not improve the condition, or if there is a persistent fever for more than 72 hours, rapid breathing, shortness of breath, lethargy, or confusion, you should promptly return to see a doctor.

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