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Question: Caught the flu I believe on 1/11/2017 I got better in 5 or 6 days not completely well but, then the flue came back, is there anything I can do or should do? It now has been 18 days. Thank you Terri
Brief Answer:
Possibility of a bacterial infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for the query.
The symptoms of cold and cough with or without fever are usual in " Flu" which is a viral infection and which settles by itself. If similar symptoms recur it is likely to be a bacterial infection and may require an antibiotic.
If symptoms are getting worse, it is better to have yourself examined by a doctor who will decide on the need for antibiotics which are prescription medicines.
Do get back to me if you have further queries.
Possibility of a bacterial infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for the query.
The symptoms of cold and cough with or without fever are usual in " Flu" which is a viral infection and which settles by itself. If similar symptoms recur it is likely to be a bacterial infection and may require an antibiotic.
If symptoms are getting worse, it is better to have yourself examined by a doctor who will decide on the need for antibiotics which are prescription medicines.
Do get back to me if you have further queries.
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