<s>[INST] Hi, may I answer your health queries.I have been in contact with a sick patient for the past few days. He is nowing having a bad sore throat n fever. Hence, i am afraid his illness is contagious during the incubation period. How may i prevent or minimize possibility of contracting the vius from him? Does it help if i take regular dosage of vitamin c? Thank you [/INST] Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have viral fever along with bad sore throat which could be contagious so you have to booster your immunity to avoid catch of infection. Need not to worry as most of the viral infection will subside by itself without any treatment as most of the viral infections are self limiting and most of the viral infections are highly communicable. You should take antiviral drug along with paracetamol as well. Drink plenty of fluids. You should take proper rest. Visit general physician once and get it examined. You should go for blood test and start treatment after proper examination. You should chew vitamin C pellet on daily basis.Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari </s>