What should I do if I have the flu with fever and headache?
Sep 22, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Guo Xiheng
Introduction
In general, fever refers to an elevated body temperature. When experiencing fever and headache due to influenza, symptoms can be relieved through adequate rest, hydration, massage, physical cooling, and medication. Rest is crucial for bodily recovery and immune system enhancement. Try to reduce work and daily activities, allowing yourself sufficient time to rest, which can accelerate the recovery process.
Generally speaking, fever refers to an elevated body temperature. For headache and fever caused by influenza, symptoms can be relieved through appropriate rest, hydration, massage, physical cooling, and medication. Specific measures are as follows:
1. Appropriate Rest
Rest is crucial for physical recovery and immune system support. Try to reduce work and daily activities, allowing yourself sufficient rest time, which can accelerate the healing process.
2. Hydration
When experiencing fever and discomfort, the body sweats more and loses increased amounts of fluid. Therefore, it's important to ensure adequate fluid intake to maintain the body's fluid balance.
3. Massage
Patients may also lie down in a quiet environment and, under medical guidance, perform acupressure massage on specific points to help relieve headaches, such as massaging the temples or Fengchi (GB20) points.
4. Physical Cooling
For headache symptoms, applying warm compresses may help alleviate discomfort. Pouring warm water into a hot water bottle or using a warm towel applied to the forehead or neck can ease headache symptoms.
5. Medication
If symptoms persist, patients may, under a doctor’s guidance, take medications such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules or acetaminophen tablets to help relieve symptoms.
In daily life, it's important to maintain healthy habits and avoid spicy or irritating foods, which may hinder recovery.
