Bronchitis: Symptoms and Treatments

11. Headache and body aches

Headaches and body aches are not generally signs of bronchitis, but bodyaches can occur when the body is fighting off an illness and may accompany fever. If you are experiencing headaches and body aches with bronchitis, here are some things that may help:

• Stay hydrated. Staying hydrated can help your body fight off any infection and make coughing up mucus easier. Drink plenty of tea, electrolyte drinks, and water.
• Heat can help relieve body aches. If you don't have a fever, getting a warm bath or shower can help relax the muscles but keep the temperature lukewarm, not hot.
• If you have a fever, take fever-reducing medication. Fevers may make the body shiver, which causes the muscles to tense up and may lead to muscle aches. Reducing the fever can help. These medications also help relieve pain.
• Rest. Sleep helps to strengthen the immune system and allows the body to fight off illness. Try to get as much rest as possible.