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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Should we take flu shots every year? If yes, which specialist can give the shot and what are its benefits?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Yes, yearly flu shots are recommended to confer protection against the most commonly circulating influenza virus strains. Usually, statistics are done to identify the virus subtypes that were dominant... Read More
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I suffer from flu. what can I do?
Dr. Salim Saab,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- you have to take anti pyretiques to lower the temperature take hot beverage that helps to kill the virus drink effervescent vitamine C
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I suffer from flu. What can I do?
Dr. Nabil Cesar Khoury,
Pulmonology
- The best current treatment for flu on the market for your age is FLUMIX BENTA two tablets three times per day for three days. You can repeat the same dose if needed.
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When I get flu,it stays for long.I swallow mucus alot,cough phlegm.I go to a dr,does a bronchitis xray,clean always.Gives antibiotic,doesnt affect,then heavier antib(zythromax)affect a bit.Problem=?
2 Answers
Dr. Helene Abyad,
Pulmonology
- when you swallow mucus, it means that the secretions are coming from your nose and irritating your throat, causing cough. this condition is called "post nasal drip" wich can be due to severa... Read More
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At what age the flu vaccine is recommended?
2 Answers
Dr. Dina Helou,
Pediatrics
- According to the AAP (american academy of pediatrics) ans the CDC ( Center for disease control) the flu vaccine is recommended for all people 6 months and older.
it is especially important for people ... Read More
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