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Viral Syndrome (Adult)
A viral illness may cause a number of symptoms. The symptoms depend on the part of the body that the virus affects. If it settles in the nose/throat/lungs, it may cause cough, sore throat, congestion and sometimes headache. If it settles in the stomach and intestinal tract, it may cause vomiting and diarrhea. Sometimes, it causes vague symptoms like "aching all over," feeling tired, loss of appetite, or fever.
A viral illness usually lasts from 1-2 weeks and sometimes longer. In some cases, a more serious infection can look like a viral syndrome in the first few days of the illness. Repeat exams and further tests are needed to know the difference. Therefore, it is important to watch for the warning signs listed below.
HOME CARE:
FOLLOW UP with your doctor as advised if you do not improve over the next week.
GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION if any of the following occur:
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