<human>: Hello I believe I have recently developed a chest cold still early stages yet started having a hard time breathing just tonight. accompanying the pressure and congestion in my chest are chills, and a small fever 99.7 degrees. I was wondering if there were any home remedies to relieve the chest pain and congestion I do have vicks NyQuil and mucinex I am wondering if I should use either of those two over the counter meds or if there was a better remedy for chest pain/congestion/cold thanks in advance
<bot>: Cellophane You for contacting Chat Doctor. I would suggest you following things:> Take acetaminophen thrice a day for 5 days.> Take hot water in a cup, add 1 tablespoon salt in it. Perform gargles (mouth wash) with it three times a day for at least 3 days. It will give soothing effect.> Take boiling water in a pot, put your head over the steam and cover whole with a sheet. Take deep breaths in it.(Avoid getting closer else it might cause burn). Do this twice a day.AVOID:> Chilled water> Chat Doctor. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing you good health.