Here are 6 tips to help cope withand even relievecoronavirus symptoms if you’re sick at home.
As more and more Americans test positive for COVID-19, many of us are fighting the virus at home.
But you’re still probably going to want to find ways to relieve your symptoms.
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COVID-19, aka thecoronavirus, is just thata virus.
And how you cope with your COVID symptoms isn’t all that different from how you manage other viruses.
Fortunately, many over-the-counter medications can help that time pass more easily, as can other easy-to-follow at-home remedies.
Here are six science-backed strategies to try at home.
Here are a few things you’re able to do to check off that last box.
They can work magic on a sore throat, muscle aches and headache."
Remember, though, that if you have liver injury, limit your Tylenol/acetaminophen use.
And if you have kidney damage, limit Advil/ibuprofen use.
“Decongestants help with sinus congestion and pressure, as well as headaches,” says Steinhilber.
Drink plenty of fluids
You’ve heard this advice before, but do you know why?
Thus,staying hydratedis extremely important.
Try meditation
Meditation can help lower your stressand anxiety too, if you have it.