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Kindly guide on the difference between common cold and the flu.
Query: Hello doctor,I have been wondering about the difference between a common cold and the flu. Kindly guide me on how to differentiate a regular cold or something more serious and what should be done for respiratory issues. Kindly help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. There is no distinction between the common cold and flu. Cold is a symptom you feel, and flu is a respiratory illness that is caused by a virus called Haemophilus influenza, and it presents with a cold, cough, sore throat, and hoarseness ... Read Full »
I feel unwell. Could it be due to the flu?
Query: Hello doctor,I am feeling unwell and suspect it might be the flu. Could you provide personalized advice on over-the-counter medicines or home remedies to alleviate symptoms such as malaise associated with the flu, considering my overall health and any specific considerations I should be aware of?Tha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.I can provide general information about over-the-counter (OTC) medicines and home remedies that may help alleviate flu symptoms. Here are some general OTC medicines and home remedies that may help alleviate flu sy... Read Full »
I have flu. Will taking Oseltamivir help?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been feeling under the weather lately, and someone suggested taking Oseltamivir (Oseltamivir Phosphate) for the flu. That is what the doctor gave him for the flu. Rexol (Acetaminophen) is an antiviral medication, and I was wondering if it helps treat the influenza A virus. Coul... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern. You should not be taking anti-viral medicine without a confirmative diagnosis. Do not take Oseltamivir (Oseltamivir Phosphate) tablets unless your flu diagnosis is confirmed. Because the medication is in a higher cl... Read Full »
I have flu-like symptoms and thick mucus. Is it HIV?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been uncertain about whether I have HIV as I experience flu-like symptoms intermittently. However, I have never had a sore throat or swollen nodes. I do not feel fatigued, and the mucus is usually thick whenever I cough. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. Based on your symptoms of a productive cough, it seems you may have an upper respiratory tract infection. I want to emphasize that I do not suspect HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). I suggest you the followi... Read Full »
Is there a risk of overdose when more than two tablets of paracetamol are taken?
Query: Hello doctor,I had the flu today. In the morning, I took two tablets of Paracetamol. After dinner, I took another two tablets. I cannot recall the exact time. Now, I am unable to sleep due to my flu symptoms. I remembered I have a combination of Paracetamol and Orphenadrine Citrate at home, so I too... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I can understand your concern. According to your statement, you have been suffering from the flu. Consequently, you took two tablets of Paracetamol in the morning and an additional two tablets after dinner. The recommended Paracetamol dosi... Read Full »
I need information regarding avian influenza. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been hearing about avian influenza, which has raised concerns for me. Is it a pandemic or something? What can we do to prevent it? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I understand your concern. Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, refers to influenza viruses that primarily infect birds. While most strains of avian influenza do not infect humans, some, such as the H5N1 and H7N9 subtypes, have caused infections in people, usually t... Read Full »
How to prevent and manage influenza?
Query: Hello doctor, With the flu season approaching, I am curious about the healthcare measures available for preventing and managing influenza. Can you provide insights into the recommended healthcare strategies, including vaccinations and other preventive measures, to minimize the risk of contracting i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com Thank you for writing and I understand your concern. Influenza is not common nowadays. But if you want to take precautionary measures then, I would suggest you avoid crowded areas. Wear masks while going out and avoid meeting with people who have cough-caused or fever-l... Read Full »
My 10-month-old son has a persistent flu and cough. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, My son is 10 months old and he has the flu. He has a persistent cough and his breathing is not pleasing. What can I do? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion. Few things you can do to help him feel better: Make sure your son stays hydrated by offering him plenty of fluids such as breast milk, formula, or water. If he is having trouble drinking, you may... Read Full »
I have been feeling sick despite taking medications. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 23 years old. I have been feeling sick. Feels like the flu. Can it be a lung infection? Is it dangerous? Should I get to the ER? I took some medications but still did not feel alright. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I have read your query, and I am sorry for such discomfort. If your other friend has some sort of lung infection, then it is likely that it would transfer to other nearby people from aerosols that he was coughing out. Having flu at present does not necessarily mean yo... Read Full »
I want to know about flu prevention. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, The flu season is upon us, and we have been taken over by the flu every year since COVID-19. This time, I need to be prepared. Is there any way? I am a 50-year-old male, my wife is 46 years old, and my sons are 15 and 17 years old. I am looking for advice for all of them. What can we do i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Low temperatures can increase the likelihood of getting flu. The body is not as efficient at fighting a virus when cold air enters the nose, and upper airways, so viruses such as the common cold, the flu, and COVID-19 often spread more qui... Read Full »