Prevention....: If you get a flu shot annually, you will likely prevent the flu altogether or, at least, lessen it's severity. The flu is caused by a virus so treatment is largely aimed at symptom control-rest, drink plenty of liquids, acetaminophen to control fever and reduce musculoskeletal aches, etc. If you notify your doctor as soon as you develop symptoms, antiviral meds can be prescribed to lessen duration
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If it is the Flu...: If you have the Flu hydrate well w water, herbal teas, soup or juice. Drink sufficiently to have pale to light yellow urine. You can use pain relievers like Tylenol (acetaminophen) or NSAID’s. Rest A LOT! In some situations antiviral medications (Tamiflu, Relenza, Flumadine) may be prescribed within the first couple of days of symptoms to hasten healing or they can be used after flu exposure to prevent illness.
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