There is no need to go to doctor for a flu/cold because those things go away on their own right?
I've been sick for 4 days
46-50, F
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DivinityinMotion · 31-35, F
You can only take something like Tamiflu if you’ve been sick for <48 hours. Otherwise, it’s supportive treatment with cough medication, nasal decongestants, Tylenol/NSAIDs for aches/pains and fevers. If your symptoms go on >1 week or acutely worsen (severe nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, shortness of breath, new onset rash, persistently high fevers >102) I’d recommend making an appointment to see your PCP.
zork0000 · 56-60, M
@DivinityinMotion I took Tamiflu one time after just feeling symptoms for a couple of hours. I started feeling better after only three days and was completely recovered within five. My wife got it from me and was really sick for seven days.
DivinityinMotion · 31-35, F
Tamiflu shortens the amount of time that you’re actually sick; however, it’s obly effective within the first 48 hours of having the flu. Sounds like the medicine did its job.