A member asked:

My dr. always telling me not to use antibiotics if i have flu or tonsillitis. .what should i do?

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Treat your symptoms: The flu and colds are caused by viruses and therefore antibiotics do not work. Taking antibiotics could cause problems with developing resistant bacteria. Treat your symptoms if you feel the need, but your immune system will take care of the disease.

Answered 8/20/2013

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