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Thanatos
14-08-15, 01:35
A couple days ago I started developing a mild sore throat, but then it became even more sore yesterday and since then I have had congestion of the ears, sore throat along with a cough, and feeling a little weak.

I have been taking cold medication over the counter (beechams all in one and strepsils) and it has eased a little, but I keep worrying it's something more serious. I am a ridiculous hypochondriac at times and worry excessively over my health.

Do you have any reassuring advice? I just need to stop myself over thinking things otherwise my anxiety will flare up and I'll run the risk of panic attacks.

countrygirl
14-08-15, 14:20
There is about a 99.9% chance that you have caught a virus. If you have then you can expect it to take at least 2 weeks from start to finish.

Loads of summer viruses going round in Uk at moment.