Question 1

my ms treatment ocrevus kills off my cd20 positive b lymphocytes. im so worried about getting sick. i have a nagging flu symptoms for a week +?

Accepted Answer

Can be a cause  but!: There can also be other causes. It is best to discuss with your  physician.

This is a great drug and it can control your  MS but you need  guidance to take it safely. It is an immunosupressent  and infection can be a risk.

We used the same drug in studies  for Rheumatoid Arthritis and it did great but we  do not have  it availble for RA unfortunately

Question 2

help! i had an exposure 6 months ago, and i am scared of hiv. at 4.5 months i had cold/flu symptoms. after the symptoms resolved i got a rapid hiv test and it was negative. if my symptoms were due to hiv, would it have shown a positive result?

Accepted Answer

: If the rapid HIV test used was good then there was enough time for changes in the body to pick up HIV infection at the time you had the test.

Question 3

i am 16 weeks pregnant and having flu symptoms. i read that it could be dangerous to the baby but i am unsure of what to take to help. i also don't want to go outside and risk exposure to covid 19. please assist on what steps i should take?

Accepted Answer

Depends on symptoms: If you have high fever or persistent cough you might need medication. Otherwise just conservative measures.

Question 4

what would cause flu symptoms 3wks after sex? then persistent adenopathy,thrush, plc/pleva, wheezing? i had a neg 3rd gen hiv test/ rpr 14wks after. he had neg hiv 4th gen test at 8wks after & tested hiv neg again at 43wks. ive had no exposure since?

Accepted Answer

: Mononucleosis or cytomegalovirus, among other viruses can cause such protracted symptoms, specifically adenopathies and unusual skin rashes. Your doc remains your best reference.

Question 5

when after my flu symptoms start going away am i no longer contagious?

Accepted Answer

See below: Influenza is generally no longer contagious 7 days after the start of symptoms.

Question 6

what would be the best over the counter combination of medication to treat flu symptoms? (e.g. acc)

Accepted Answer

Keep well rested: If it's Flu A or B, a doctor might prescribe Tamiflu. If it's a cold virus, there are no useful antivirals. Some people take extra vitamin C (may upset the stomach) and some take extra zinc (most lozenges have lots of sugar) but how much these things help is uncertain. Avoiding overexertion is wise. Anti-inflammatories like Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin can help decrease aches and fevers.

Question 7

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i have developed flu symptoms and would like to know if its necessary to go for covid-19 testing?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Those in most need of testing are short of breath or have painful breathing on minor exertion as these are likely to need hospital care. For others it is a local/situational issue. How active is the virus in your community? Would you be at risk or exposure at a testing site ? I would  contact the local health department for guidance.

Question 8

what are common flu symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Several symptoms : Most people with flu will have upper respiratory congestion, fever, body aches, cough, &amp; decreased appetite, possibly headache &amp; fatigue as well. It frequently hits a person suddenly  when it begins, rather than gradually

Question 9

what is done for flu symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Symptomatic treatmen: The treatment depends on the presenting symptoms. Body achiness is best treated with tylenol (acetaminophen) or similar agents.  This would also help with any fevers. Hydration is also improtant to help alleviate symptoms. Respiratory symptoms are usually also treated symptomatically with anti histamines to dry that "runny nose" cough medicines to suppress cough etc.

Question 10

what are the common flu symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Influenza causes:: Fever and chills, runny nose, cough and significant muscle aches.

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A member asked:

My ms treatment ocrevus kills off my cd20 positive b lymphocytes. im so worried about getting sick. i have a nagging flu symptoms for a week +?

A member asked:

Help! i had an exposure 6 months ago, and i am scared of hiv. at 4.5 months i had cold/flu symptoms. after the symptoms resolved i got a rapid hiv test and it was negative. if my symptoms were due to hiv, would it have shown a positive result?

A member asked:

I am 16 weeks pregnant and having flu symptoms. i read that it could be dangerous to the baby but i am unsure of what to take to help. i also don't want to go outside and risk exposure to covid 19. please assist on what steps i should take?

A member asked:

What would cause flu symptoms 3wks after sex? then persistent adenopathy,thrush, plc/pleva, wheezing? i had a neg 3rd gen hiv test/ rpr 14wks after. he had neg hiv 4th gen test at 8wks after & tested hiv neg again at 43wks. ive had no exposure since?

A member asked:

When after my flu symptoms start going away am i no longer contagious?

A member asked:

What would be the best over the counter combination of medication to treat flu symptoms? (e.g. acc)

A member asked:

Good day i have developed flu symptoms and would like to know if its necessary to go for covid-19 testing?

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What are common flu symptoms?

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What is done for flu symptoms?

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What are the common flu symptoms?

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