I had it 3 months ago, coughing all the time, especially bad at night when laying down, night sweats and feverishness. Felt awful and exhausted (yes, also thought I was getting old) but definitely not flu, which I've had twice and not sure I'd survive it now. A friend said doc told her it's a virus and absolutely nothing they can give you. Seems this is true as different doc gave GC antibiotics which did not help at all. It took about 6 weeks for me to feel better and I was still coughing occasionally. Then I caught it again from GC for New Year (any celebrations knocked for six!) but, perhaps a bit of resistance now, as it only lasted 2 weeks. At the same time, OH caught it for the first time. He's been dreadful, grey, exhausted and cannot sleep for coughing, had it three weeks now and it seems to be getting worse again so booked doc's appt in the morning. He went last week to take car for MOT - he drove 15 mins there and I drove him home - and he was absolutely exhausted. No point suggesting exercise - he couldn't even walk around the block. So sorry Coughdrop that it's not good news and hope you do start to improve soon, but we're hoping the sight of sunshine will help.