What Is Valley Fever?
9. How Is Valley Fever Treated?
For acute or chronic symptoms that are not life-threatening, doctors usually suggest the same treatment they do for a cold or flu: Drink a lot of fluids and get plenty of rest. Most of the time, the illness will subside with this type of care.
In severe cases, antifungal medications may be used. Because these medications often have serious side effects, such as nausea, vomiting and other gastrointestinal effects, they are usually considered a last resort.
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