PrivateDoc Can Help You Through Flu Season
It's possible that the UK could experience a nasty flu season this year, scientists often look at the Southern Hemisphere to predict what will happen in the UK. Both Australia and Hong Kong have experienced a surprising amount of flu in their 2017 winter season and the NHS is braced for the worst flu season in its history, also amid fears that overcrowded hospitals will be unable to cope. At PrivateDoc.com we offer the flu prevention medication Tamiflu, which halts the influenza virus from spreading inside the body whilst helping to ease or prevent the symptoms arising from the viral infection. As flu or Influenza is a viral infection it's not possible to treat with antibiotics therefore prescription only treatments, such as Tamiflu can help alleviate the discomfort of the symptoms and reduce the virus spreading. Tamiflu can be taken up to two days after initial symptoms appear, and should reduce the severity of the infection by several days when combined with bed rest. The risk of complications such as pneumonia can also be reduced by taking Tamiflu. Tamiflu can also be taken as a way of protecting yourself from the influenza infection, particularly if you are in close proximity to someone who has the flu already. Flu Symptoms People who have the flu often feel some or all of the signs and symptoms below, these will usually start quite suddenly, rather than gradually as often experienced with the common cold: Fever or feeling feverish/chills - it's important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever Cough Sore throat Runny or stuffy nose Muscle or body aches Headaches Fatigue (very tired) Some people may experience vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in young children than in adults. If you feel that you are suffering from the symptoms of flu, then medication could be the right choice for you, find out more information on our Influenza Treatments page. You can then complete the PrivateDoc free, online consultation form and one of our GMC registered doctors will be happy to assess and discuss your particular condition or concern privately online. PrivateDoc is a confidential online consultation and pharmacy service where you can get expert advice as well as any medication you may need. There is no need to leave your home if you don't want to. Everything can be completed online, with medication delivered free of charge to your door at home or work.