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What Causes Chronic Flu Despite Taking Tamiflu?

Despite a flu shot this season l have contracted a severe coughing fluwith nasal congestion-no fever . I went to the Kroger clinic and got tamiflu and another tablet is for nausea.This is the most severe flu I have ever had What might I expect about duration? Thanks,Do these symptoms fit what’s commonly happening this season
Thu, 10 May 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Flu vaccine provides 80% protection for 1 year. So it is possible that you can get flu despite flu vaccine because the vaccine doesn't provide 100% immunity. Yes, this season flu patients are showing more severe symptoms. So stick to your medicines. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. Do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4-5 times a day. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar
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What Causes Chronic Flu Despite Taking Tamiflu?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Flu vaccine provides 80% protection for 1 year. So it is possible that you can get flu despite flu vaccine because the vaccine doesn t provide 100% immunity. Yes, this season flu patients are showing more severe symptoms. So stick to your medicines. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. Do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4-5 times a day. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar