Answer:
A. Common Colds
1. Stay hydrated. Water, juice, clear broth or warm lemon water with honey helps loosen congestion and prevents dehydration.
2. Drink plenty of water (fruit juice or squash mixed with water is OK) to avoid dehydration.
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B. Measles
1. A GP will probably suggest taking things easy at home until you're feeling better.
2. Stay away from work or school for at least 4 days from when the measles rash first appears to reduce the risk of spreading the infection.
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C. Chicken Pox
1. Apply calamine lotion. Calamine lotion can help reduce itching.
2. Zovirax (acyclovir) This is the main antiviral drug prescribed for chickenpox. It's usually taken by mouth, but may be given intravenously (by IV) in people with severe complications.
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D. Athete Foot
1. Sprinkle antifungal powder on feet and in your shoes daily.
2. Antifungal creams and sprays are also effective at managing the infection.
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E. Tapeworm
1. The most commonly used medicine for tapeworms is praziquantel (Biltricide).
2. According to a study, papaya seeds are highly effective against parasitic worms, including tapeworm. The best way to have seeds is to mix them with honey.
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