Dec 01, 2014 12:52 AM GMT
So I recently contracted the flu (happened this morning) and feel really miserable. Anyone have any tips?

TheGuyNextDoor saidGo to the Dr. and see if they will give you Tamiflu.
It works better than any flu medication I've ever tried.
In January, I caught the swine flu of all things, and because I got in early enough, they were able to get me on Tamiflu and started feeling better the next day. 3 days and you're back to normal.
Nebraskakid467 saidSo I recently contracted the flu (happened this morning) and feel really miserable. Anyone have any tips?
Nebraskakid467 saidThank you for the help everyone! So I guess I do not have the flu but today I have had completely black stool, which is indicative of bleeding in my upper gastrointestinal tract.Make sure to drink a lot of water. How are you now?
mindgarden saidThere are all kinds of viruses that are not the flu. Most people can't tell the difference. (Hence all the ranting about "my flu shot didn't do any good.") You may have one that primarily attacks the intestines (colloquially referred to as "stomach flu.") Influenza, in contrast, primarily attacks the lungs.
For most viruses, there is nothing to be done but keep hydrated and wait it out.
If your temperature goes over 103 or lasts more than a few days, or if you vomit everything you try to eat, get to a doctor. Persistent diarrhea might also be a problem.
Many insurance plans have a "nurses hotline" that you can call for free advice - might be worth checking in to.
Nebraskakid467 saidSo I recently contracted the flu (happened this morning) and feel really miserable. Anyone have any tips?