There is no specific treatment for the infection other than symptomatic relief of symptoms. Treatment with antibiotics is not effective. Acetaminophen can be used to treat fever . Aspirin should not be used in viral illnesses in children. Ensure an adequate fluid intake because swallowing may be painful.
Extra fluid is needed when a fever is present.
Generally, complete recovery occurs in 5 to 7 days. Calling Your Health Care Provider Apply home treatment and call the health care provider if there are signs of complications such as pain in neck or arms and legs. Other times to call include when a high fever is not reduced by medication, signs of dehydration occur such as dry skin and mucus membranes, weight loss , irritability, lethargy , decreased or dark urine . Emergency symptoms include convulsions . Prevention Avoid contact with people with known illness.