Cold/sore throat with fever - do you take antibiotics immediately? Or do you giv

Hiya kalav, Me I just let the Cold come up to a point without taking anything. If it does not go away with ordinary things like infusions and warm drinks like Red Tea with a little Honey. Then I go for eating lighther for a Day or two till it starts to respond. It usually does the trick without me taking anitbiotics. Given the real need to take them I would of course but up to now I have had no need. Have not taken any antitbiotics for years now. Lucky me I suppose.xxx

Hi Kala! Hope you would be better now. The way pollution level is rising and the atmosphere becoming dirty, it would be adivisable to take antibiotics if one catches cold/sore throat. I have also experienced that till I take antibiotics with anti-allergic tablets, I do not get fully cured and it takes some 4-5 days.

No, I don't. I'd only take something if the fever was bordering on the dangerous side. Last year I had a really bad flu. Never did take any kind of medication for it. I just got lots and lots of rest. Some might call me crazy for doing that, but I hate taking medication and would rather avoid it if I can. Happy mylotting!

If I suffer from a cold/sore throat and fever, I will normally give it some time to heal first. While I wait, I will rest more and drink lots of fluids. If the condition worsens, I will perhaps take paracetamol for the fever and body pains, and maybe Strepsils or Difflam for the sore throat. I normally won't take anything for the cold because it is usually self-limiting and caused by viral infection. I would not start on antibiotics immediately because antibiotics are meant to kill bacteria and not viruses (which will be the most common cause of colds) so I will normally reserve antibiotics until the point where I see the doctor and the doctor suspects the infection is cause by bacteria. Taking antibiotics unnecessarily can lead to widespread bacteria resistance, and there might be a day where certain antibiotics won't be useful to treat bacterial infections anymore. Antibiotics should be used wisely and based on the need for it.

hello dear, I do not take medicine immediately for colds/sore throat or cough. I tried with home remedies first,but with having fever,i have to consider seeing doctor then. Get well soon and have plenty of water,chicken soup and ginger tea as well.

I believe in homoeopathy and at the first sign I know what medicines I have to take and invariably the symptoms disappear.

Personally most doctors I have ever known do not want to give me anything even with me being Diabetic unless I have had the cold awhile and it seems to be getting worse. Even when I have a sore throat and fever. The last time I had a sore throat they did not even want to Test for strep. But luckily for me, I have been able to keep away from a cold the last couple of yrs. and am Glad. Hope you feel better soon.

Not me. This does not happen often, but if it does I only use natural remedies, such as zinc lozenges and astragalus and a lot of vitamin C. Chicken soup is nice, too, and lots of rest.

Kala not fair !yesterday I wondered from where I got my sore throat, body ache and fever, and now I know . I can't even begin to tell you what it is like? eyes watering and me croaking I had hot lemon juice with honey and ginger yesterday night and hot rasam today, feeling a lot better today.I never take antibiotic unless my doctor ( sister) advises me. She has told me to rub vicks and take a paracetamol and sleep....How do you feel now kala? hope you are getting better, take care !

Personally, I never take antibiotics for colds. We're getting to a point where antibiotics are losing their effectiveness because of over use. I know some people who, as soon as they start sniffling, run to the doctor for antibiotics. I think that's crazy. We can go so far in stopping the spread of colds and flu if people would just keep their friggin' hands clean xoxo Cyne

if it is simply a cough or a cold without a fever, there is no need for antibiotics. fruit juices and lots of water can drive them away. a fever is an indication of an infection therefore an antibiotic is necessary.

Hi Kala, Have you heard about the new theory that germs do not actually cause disease but they are there in the organs trying to move the diseased state.You migt be thinking that I have gone nuts, maybe i will start a discussion about this.Having said this I never take antibiotics as soon as I get a cold.I take warm milk with pepper , turmeric and honey to get relief.I also use sujok or color therapy to treat myself.I am responding so late to this discussion as you know I was away for a long time.But now I am back and will be here as I used to be.

Hi kalav Even if I want, I cannot take any of these antibiotics without my doctor's advice and for that I have to go to Hyderabad. So I have no option but to wait for a few days to get the cold subside on its own or if it doesnt, I take some homeopathy medicines only. The reason for my not being able to go with any antibiotics or Allopathy is because of the steroids and other medicines that I have been taking regularly for my colitis issue

I'll took paracetamol for my cold and sore throat. After s days and its getting worsen I'll took antibiotics but 3 days after with fever is something different and you're correct, consulting a doctor is better.

My husband's a pharmacologist and I always take his advice in health matters. We avoid antibiotics if we can help it. It's been ages since we visited the doctor unless an equipment was needed or tests needed to be done. Viral infections are doing the round. Most of my friends with kids are complaining.

I can tell when my cold had become bronchitis on that first bronchitis cough. Its at that point I call the doctor. When I first started going to this doctor the nurse asked how I knew I had bronchitis... I asked her how many times do I have to have it before I know what it is. She doesn't ask now...

kalav56, You may want to try what I always do when I have a cold or bronchial cough where I will "listen" to my inclinations. Normally, I would be very tired where I will be eager for a sound slumber. So, I will apply seek to be absent from work. Next, I will be ingest some relief medication like antihistamines and decongestants before going to bed. You may also want to boil some fresh ginger with brown sugar for your thirst quencher for the day. Normally, I would be alright by the end of the day, otherwise, I will be making a visit to the doctor to obtain a prescription like antibiotics and/or vaccine to manage my condition. I hope that you will be better now or you may want to try what I've advocated above to see if it could help you.

hi kala, I hope uou must be well by now as I am esponding after quite a few days you posted your discussion...I usually start with home remedies when I have cold/sore throat and try to avoid medicines. If this does not help then I start with common medicines available at the medical stores like coldarin or like.If it lingers on for a longer period then only I consult doctor and take antibiotics. Cheers!

Colds and sore troats and fevers can be such a nuisance. i don't want to feel like a baby by running to the doctor so i usually try to handle it on my own. Antibiotics and other medications can make me feel run down so i use them as a last alternative.

first, i drink a lot of water. i boil ginger and use it as my gurgle and drink it like tea. it is very effective for me. then if i have high fever, i take a bath to lower down my temperature. but is the symptoms become worst, i think you really have to consult your doctor maybe you have other complications other that fever.