Guest guest Posted February 23, 2004 Report Share Posted February 23, 2004 HI Cammie Thanks for the advice - I will try the advice re vapou as I think that is what I need - I am tryin to keep away from the milk based products as well - Pineapple ands apple juice also seems to help. And yes Water Water & More water is what I was told to clear the gunk - suppose better keep at it :-) Joanne > Hi, and congratulations. You sound as though you're doing really well! > > Do you have a humidifier, vaporizer or something of that ilk going? > It's helped a lot of folks. Even a steamy shower or bath has been > helpful... Drink lots of water, however you get it going, and that > will help, as well. Warm liquids, such as soup and tea may help, too. > Some folks find that milk is not a good idea, as it can generate > mucous. > > You might also try a decongestant, such as sudafed or claritin or > zyrtec. I dunno whether the names are the same where you are... I'm > thinking you said you're five days out -- it may be that warm > compresses (such as a washcloth, even, or a hot pack, but not so hot > as to scald, of course!) may help. I was told to use cold for the > first 48 hours, then heat... > > And there are devices that suction out the mucous, if your doc thinks > they're a good idea. My doc did, but I never used it even once, as I > had only lower and didn't have the struggle that you've endured. I > hope it gets better moment by moment! > > Cammie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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