Cytomegalovirus Pneumonia
Definition
Symptoms
Evaluation
Treatment
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Home Care
cough in adults
cough in children
pain and fever adults
pain and fever children
warning signs
wheezing
Prevention
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Cytomegalovirus Pneumonia Home Care
Home care for cytomegalovirus
pneumonia
includes:
Stop smoking
Avoid exposure to secondary smoke
Drink plenty of liquids.
Get plenty of rest.
Acetaminophen
for pain
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications
for pain:
Ibuprofen
Naproxen
Ketoprofen
Take nonprescription
cough
medications.
Take prescribed medicines as directed.
Use a vaporizer or humidifier.
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Cytomegalovirus Pneumonia Home Care: Cough In Adults
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Last Updated: Aug 20, 2008
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Cytomegalovirus Pneumonia References:
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