Dr. Grief, I am wondering if I could possibly have walking pneumonia. It started over a week ago with congestion and a cough. I was able to navigate OK (the day after Christmas) but I was exhausted. I was thinking this was going to turn into a sinus infection, as it usually does. I was sneezing, coughing, blowing my nose constantly. On Monday, the 30th, I got my flu shot. My symptoms worsened. I had body aches but no fever. My resting pulse rate has been about 80-100. I do not have a sinus infection----everything is clear. I am a female, age 58. I have asthma which is under control. I have had bronchial issues my whole life. I would appreciate any suggestions you could offer. Thank you.
Hello, It is my pleasure to help you, The symptoms are suggestive of upper respiratory tract infection. Once you develop the symptoms of this it will take minimum of 5-6 days to recover from this with appropriate medicine. Your vitals are also in favor of infection in your body. At home, you can follow some remedies like1. Steam inhalation2. Salt water gargling 3. Chat Doctor. Hope you are satisfied with the answer. Thank you.