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How Can Influenza Be Treated?
Hello, my son (age 15) was diagnosed with Influenza A on Monday morning. He s been on Tamiflu for 2 days now. Fever is gone even without meds. Seems to be feeling a lot better but still coughs occasionally, When can he head back to school? Thanks!
Mon, 5 Mar 2018
Hello,
He can go back to school when his energy levels are improved and he feels he can tolerate a day at school well without being too tired.
If he is not coughing or sneezing excessively (which can cause other children and teachers to be infected), then he can also a candidate for return to school.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Michelle Gibson James
He can go back to school when his energy levels are improved and he feels he can tolerate a day at school well without being too tired.
If he is not coughing or sneezing excessively (which can cause other children and teachers to be infected), then he can also a candidate for return to school.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Michelle Gibson James
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