[MiaPia]

I've been running a low grade fever - it's hovering between 100 & 101 - since early yesterday. I have a really really sore throat - but it's up high, like starting at my soft palate. One of my ears is really tender too - I wouldn't say I had an earache though. I just feel REALLY rundown and bad. What should I do? I really don't want to go to the Dr - I don't even <i>have</i> a Dr to go see. I was thinking maybe some garlic would help? Any ideas? It's hard for me to eat because of the pain in my throat.

 

[mama_b]

Try some echinacea and probiotics. I hope you feel better soon.

 

[kyndmamaof4]

Gargle with warm very salty water(for throat pain), maybe try some oregano oil? (supports immune system)<br><br>
Garlic...if you can stand it, it wouldn't hurt<br><br>
Get well soon. <img alt="" class="inlineimg" src="http://www.mothering.com/discussions/images/smilies/smile.gif" style="border:0px solid;" title="smile"><br><br>
Oh, Emergen-c is great too.

 

[MiaPia]

Thanks you guys. I've been taking Emergen-C, and I take probiotics daily. I will up my dose. Hmmm - is echinacea safe for nursing moms? I must go check that out.

 

[MiaPia]

Just updating and bumping in case anyone else has any ideas for me. It's going on three days now of a low-grade fever, sore throat and generally feeling worn out and lethargic all over. Also my glands in the neck area are all swollen. I'm a big baby, I know it, but any suggestions will be much appreciated. I'm keeping up with the Emergen-C, probiotics, garlic, and salt-water gargling (YUCK)