Hi.I got my period yesterday and a heavy body aches all over my body with a fatigue and sore throat.I feel very tired.Could someone tell me what can I do?
Dr. Nemer Charafeddine,
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- when you are having your period, you immune system will be compromised, so you can catch infection easily, like flu..
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I am 2 month pregnant i have very bad flue what is safe to take and what to do ?
Dr. Nemer Charafeddine,
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- you should consult your obstetrician for the treatment option..mainly flu is viral, so it is self limiting in 4-5 days, treatment is supportive ( anti tussive, pain kilers...)_
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Are the flu and throat pain alarming in first 2 weeks of pregnancy?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The 1st three months of pregnancy (also known as the 1st trimester) are indeed the most critical portion, because it's during those months that the organs of the fetus are forming. So any insult or al... Read More
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I had the flu, viral not bacterial, runny nose is over but I have very bad dry cough. doctor says i should wait. can i take anti-histamine?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- You could take an anti-histamine though I can tell you from now that it will not help much in reducing the cough - this kind of cough is known as post-viral cough, and is due to the irritation of the ... Read More
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I recentley had the flu daughter came down with a fever around 102 tested negative for rsv has bloodshot eyes and a cough what can be going on
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- How old is your daughter? There are many viruses that can cause such symptoms, like Adenovirus, Influenza virus, Measles etc..
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Lately I've been having the flu every month. I regularly take vitamin c & when I'm sick: panadol & maxilase. What should I do to stop getting sick?
Dr. Elie Salem,
Pediatrics
- Hello, Maxillase is useless dont use it anymore, you can take the flu shot for the next flu season, for this season it is too late. stay away from sick people, flu is a viral infection. And it i... Read More
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Dear Drs. I'v been having a sever cough,fever,headache,body pain,runny nose and insomnia for 3days. its stronger than usual cold/flu. any suggestions?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- There is a circulating powerful influenza virus that is causing severe flu in a good number of people, and the symptoms it is producing are not resolving quickly. Then again, since your symptoms have ... Read More
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Hi I hv flu nd body ache since 3 days +runny nose taking panadol cold nd flu but not getting any better should i take antibiotic ?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Flu is due to the influenza virus or other viruses and does not require antibiotic treatment. Not to mention that antibiotics, or any form of treatment for that matter, cannot be prescribed without ex... Read More
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Is getting the flu related to my period being 10 days late?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- When the body is subject to physiological stresses such as the flu or any other illness, the menstrual period may undergo some perturbation. If in doubt, take the home pregnancy test.
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