What to do if you get the flu???????????
By iftikharsumn
@iftikharsumn (1471)
Pakistan
December 3, 2008 9:11am CST
Hello my dear myloters
do yo know what to do if you get the flu.
Lots of people get the flu, but what do you do? Here are some tips:
* Drink lots of liquids, like water, chicken broth, and other fluids.
* Get plenty of sleep. If you can't sleep anymore, keep resting. Listen to music, watch a movie, or read a book or magazine.
* If you're feeling achy, ask your parent for some medicine. But avoid aspirin because it can cause a rare but serious illness called Reye syndrome (say: ry sin-drome).
* Wear layers. You might be cold one minute and hot the next, so if you wear plenty of layers you can pull your favorite sweatshirt on and off.
* Wash your hands! You don't want to spread the germs that cause the flu. Also, don't share cups and eating utensils, like forks and spoons, with anyone.
Most of the time you will get better in about a week, but it's important to let your parents know if you have trouble breathing, your muscles really hurt, you feel confused, or if you start feeling worse at any time. These could be signs that you need to see your doctor again.
So take care.
1 response
@creationsbyrobin (3071)
• United States
4 Dec 08
It is important to realize that the flu could become a dangerous virus, but as already mentioned, the body will most often fight off the virus on it's own. There isn't much a doctor can do for a person with the flu, unless an infection sets in.
The keys to fighting off the virus is, to eliminate dairy products, which promote mucous build-up. Drink plenty of water, soups, eat fresh veggies and fruit...which will give the body many nutrients that it will need to fight the virus. Vitamins such as Vitamin C, Zinc, etc can help stimulate your immune system (but citrus products should not be taken 30 minutes prior to or 30 minutes after taking zinc) Try not to take over the counter meds, instead rely on homeopathic treatments that will not cause the immune system to become sluggish.
Keep warm and get plenty of rest and you'll start feeling better in 3 to 5 days.
@iftikharsumn (1471)
• Pakistan
6 Dec 08
Yes you are right and you gave very nice and help full suggestions dear.
Thanks for your thoughts and nice suggestions dear. take care and have a nice day