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Had flu a, still recovering. am prone to bronchitis from every virus, and had pneumonia 4 mo ago. should i be on antibios as preventative?
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NO: Antibiotics will not help cure an influenza infection, unless you have a superimposed bacterial infection on top of the flu. Consult with your PCP.
Answered 2/26/2019
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Agree with Dr. F: Preventive antibiotics for bacterial pneumonia is not a medically sound idea. Have a healthy diet, exercise 30 minutes/day, drink plenty of water, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. For nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/.
Answered 2/27/2019
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