Sick - have a question

I am running a temp of about 102 and feel horrible. Have the body aches, I'm freezing, my cough makes you think I'm losing a lung, etc. Needless to say, I have NO appetite. I didn't have much of one before, and now even that is gone! I know I need to get in my protein, and have done well today, but I expect tomorrow will only get worse. Should I stick to protein drinks since food bothers my throat? Would that be ok? I Don't want my body to go into starvation mode and hold on to everything I take in! I am still hooked on my Wal-Mart's Great Value Fruit Punch packets, so getting in fluids shouldn't be a problem. Also, what can we take for a fever? I was thinking of taking Tylenol. I am on Sudafed non-drying sinus gelcaps (sudafed and guafenisin), but need something to bring the fever down. Thanks in advance!! Ashleigh

Definitely take Tylenol. That's for us and for fevers. Also, if you have some Zicam or can get some take it. It can help lessen the effects of a cold. I would definitely drink protein shakes to keep your strength and nutritition up. Feel better! Kathy

You are right to take Tylenol to bring the fever down but I think you may have the flu. I would say head to the doctor if it doesn't pass in several days. Get as much protein and fluids in as you can, but don't sweat it (pardon the pun), just take care of yourself and get lots of rest. FEEL BETTER! Dawn