Viruses do not respond to antibiotic treatment. Symptoms due to viral URI typically last 2–14 days, but some symptoms can linger for several weeks (most people recover in about 7–10 days).

A few warning signs that your cold has progressed from a viral infection to a bacterial infection are:

1. Symptoms lasting longer than 10–14 days.
2. A fever higher than 100.4 degrees.
3. A fever that gets worse a couple of days into the illness, rather than getting better.
4. White pus-filled spots on the tonsils.

Doctors classify these infections based on their location in the respiratory tract. In most cases, URIs clear up within 1–2 weeks. While the symptoms may be uncomfortable, plenty of home care techniques and over-the-counter medications can help. Most people recover from a URI within 2 weeks.

The drugs used for viral infection are Acyclovir (Zovirax), famciclovir (Famvir), and valacyclovir (Valtrex) are effective against herpesvirus, including herpes zoster and herpes genitalis. Drugs used for treatment for viral fever are Acetaminophen(Tylenolothers)ibuprofen (Advil,motrin IB others).

You may get repeated infections because of things in your environment and lifestyle like: Contact with other infected people (especially those who are coughing or sneezing) Pollen and other irritants. Smoking and secondhand smoke.

Ways to clear the lungs

1. Steam therapy. Steam therapy, or steam inhalation, involves inhaling water vapor to open the airways and help the lungs drain mucus.
2. Controlled coughing.
3. Drain mucus from the lungs.
4. Exercise.
5. Green tea.
6. Anti-inflammatory foods.
7. Chest percussion.

Air pollution: 5 easy ways to cleanse your lungs, as per an ayurvedic expert

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2. 02/6Ginger tea.
3. 03/6Cinnamon tea.
4. 04/6​Steam.
5. 05/6​Gargling with turmeric.
6. 06/6​Pranayama followed by sesame oil drops installation.

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Male ex-smokers who quit before age 40 years had a slightly longer life expectancy (43.3 years, 95% CI: 42.6 and 43.9) than that of never-smokers. Male ex-smokers who quit smoking at younger age had a longer life expectancy than that of ex-smokers who quit at older age.

While drinking can be a threat to your health, smoking is certainly worse. Unlike alcohol at low or moderate levels, there is no benefit to tobacco use at any level. When you smoke, you inhale various chemicals that can injure cells, causing both cancer and artery damage (e.g. heart attacks and strokes).

Tips For Keeping Indoor Air Fresh When You Live With A Smoker

1. Find a good air purifier. An air purifier is one of the fastest and best ways to keep indoor air fresh when you’re living with a smoker.
2. Use natural ventilation.
3. Go for indoor plants.
4. Recycling the air.
5. Activated & Bamboo Charcoal.

Secondhand smoke damages the body in many different ways. Adults exposed to secondhand smoke may experience: Cardiovascular (heart, veins and arteries) disease like high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, heart attack or stroke. Lung problems like chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) and asthma.

Bottom line: A HEPA-rated air purifier will significantly reduce the cigarette-smoke particles in your home, and a HEPA purifier with a chemical adsorbent will significantly reduce those smaller VOCs as well. But the only way to eliminate the smoke in your home is to find a way to avoid exposure in the first place.

Secondhand smoke causes numerous health problems in infants and children, including more frequent and severe asthma attacks, respiratory infections, ear infections, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).