How Does The Flu Spread- 1732 Questions Answered

I touched a swine flu patient in the hospital, should I get myself checked up? I touched his forehead and arms and used the same hand without cleaning to rub my face. I read somewhere it spreads by getting in touch with the swine flu patient. Is it true? I am scared. Please advise. Thank you

Asked for Female, 28 Years 88 Views v

Dr. Lakin ViraGeneral Surgeon | Mumbai

No you wont get it. ... Read More

I bought a bag of chips for my toddler and noticed some nasal discharge on the packet but till I noticed,my kid ate chips from the bag. Can H1N1 virus spread to my kid if the nasal discharge had the virus in it and can the virus spread to the things which came in contact with the chips bag? There are many cases of swine flu in my city which made me

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Asked for Female, 30 Years 54 Views v

Dr. Anand KalaskarGeneral Physician | Pune

H1 N1 spreads through respiratory secretions. Just don't worry and take swine flu vaccine for u r child ... Read More

As swine flu is spreading, do we need to get swine flu vaccination? And if yes, from where can we get it?

Asked for Female, 26 Years 258 Views v

Dr. Sushma ShahGeneral Physician | Vadodara

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HELLO, WE ALSO NEED, BUT NON AVAILABLE.SO SAD. ... Read More

I want to know, Where we can get shot of swine flu vaccination. Since this flu is spreading these days.

Asked for Male, 27 Years 98 Views v

Dr. Gaurav BansalLaparoscopic Surgeon | Gurgaon

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Any private or govt hospital, if they have the vaccination. If in Gurgaon , u may come to my hospital. ... Read More

Where can I get swine flu vaccination in gurgaon. As it is spreading rapidly there must be some arrangements made for vaccination.

Asked for Male, 27 Years 37 Views v

Dr. Varun MathurInternal Medicine | Jaipur

Please send me your contact details.. I will send someone at your home for vaccines.. ... Read More

Hello,I live in Delhi and at this time of year swine flu starts spreading, i want to get a shot of swine flu vaccine as a preventive step, which is the best available choices for me to prevent swine flu

Asked for Male, 21 Years 123 Views v

Dr. Chethan R SGeneral Physician | Bangalore

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An H1N1 virus is one component of the seasonal flu shot for 2014-15. The flu shot also protects against two or three other influenza viruses that are expected to be the most common during the flu seas ... Read More

I don't know , what it is? But it is spreading day by day and it is itching, i used "fourderm", "terboderm", "lobate-gm" and i ate fluka-150 but it is spreading. And now it burns.

Asked for Male, 17 Years 229 Views v

Dr. Anil Kumar JainGeneral Physician | Bangalore

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Hello there. I can understand your concern. You either have done self medication thinking that you have knowledge about it or you have gone for treatment to a quack. The only thing you need to do ... Read More

What are the different types of the flu viruses and their effects on the body?

Asked for Male, 21 Years 120 Views v

Dr. Dharmik PatelGeneral Physician | Ahmedabad

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For all that details you can go through textbook of microbiology, you will get it easily and you will get all that information you need. Please read it thoroughly. ... Read More

I have flu for 3 days after that I want to go to the salon ang make my hair straight... Is there any bad effect that to me?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 92 Views v

Dr. Shweta Vijay PawarHomoeopath | Pune

First get well completely...then do that... ... Read More

Could I have stocmach flu if my belly hurts and don’t feel good and back hurts

Asked for Male, 20 Years 71 Views v

Dr. Sushma ShahGeneral Physician | Vadodara

HELLO, NO, THERE IS NOTHING LIKE STOMACH FLU. CAP OCID D BEFORE BREAKFAST N DINNER FOR SEVEN TO TEN DAYS THAN REDUCED TO ONE BEFORE BREAKFAST FOR FIVE DAYS OR AS REQUIRED. TAB DROTAVERIN TWO TIMES A ... Read More

I would like to hear tour opinion on flu vaccine given from 6 months. Is it necessary? How effective is it? My baby doesn't get flu, so I was thinking maybe it's not something to consider. Kindly advise

Asked for Female, 1 Years 63 Views v

Dr. Vuppala Anil KumarPediatrician | Hyderabad

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Yes — I strongly recommend the flu vaccine for your baby At 6 months old, your baby is now old enough to receive their first flu shot. Babies this age are especially vulnerable. Infants under 1 year ... Read More

My Husband noticed black spot on his foot and now its next to it as well. No pain but i think it has spread. Looks just like a tattoo and not bruise. Its not an injury but could it be cancer?

Asked for Male, 31 Years 32 Views v

Dr. Akshata Yadav SDermatologist | Bangalore

Detailed history needed Consult online for treatment ... Read More

Is flu vaccine safe in early pregnancy? How about pneumonia vaccine? I'm asking for my wife who is 5 weeks pregnant. Also, how do we avoid getting infections when living in a joint family and people with fever/infections at home.

Asked for Female, 32 Years 40 Views v

Dr. Vijaya GuptaGynecologist | Chandigarh

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You can avoid getting infections when living in a joint family by enhancing your immunity this can be done by increasing intake of green leafy vegetables fruits sprouts and exercise Yes flu vaccine i ... Read More

Have significant yellow tartar which is now spreading down the gum since a few months, also teeth feels little weak. Can removing the tartar fix the gum as well or what is the best solution for this?

Asked for Female, 30 Years 35 Views v

Dr. Sharwari PawaleDental Surgeon | Pune

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Hello Kindly get a professional scaling done. It removes the calculus deposited and helps in gums healing. If left ignored the deposition can increase and cause gum recession. If gums receed too much ... Read More

I completely forgot the flu vaccine which she used to receive in december every year. Can i get it done in feb? Also she has a mild cold Right now. I live in ncr

Asked for Female, 30 Years 25 Views v

Dr. NagarajuPediatrician | Kurnool

Seasonal vaccine , no need to take now ... Read More

Hello doctor, my son is 3 year 10 month old. His weight is 15.6 kg. He recently got cold and runny nose. Can I give ascoril flu syrup 5ml twice a day.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 72 Views v

Dr. Shebin C EPediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings it's not advisable less than 4 yrs ... Read More

It's nevus sebaceous or epidermal nevus I am confused , which medicine will solve my issue I am 35 years old , I am tensed actually it spread lit bit after from birth , no bleeding no pain but I have fear ...lord Krishna's help ...

Asked for Male, 35 Years 48 Views v

Dr. Jayvirsinh I. ChauhanHomoeopath | Vadodara

Homoeopathic medicines can resolve it. ... Read More

Black strains r spreading on my face by hair dying. How can I remove those black stains permanently ? Which hair dying is best for hair without getting any kind of pigmentations? Because, when I started using to apply black colour to my hair since then these black stains has been started on my face. Day by day these r being spread thought my face.

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Asked for Male, 54 Years 27 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

My son is 2.5 years old. On 2023 we have two dose of INFLUVAC flu vaccine for my Son . Now doctor advised us to take flu vaccine for this year. Please advise we will give Same brand INFLUVAC vaccine Or another flu vaccine brands.

Asked for Male, 2 Years 110 Views v

Dr. Brajagopal RayPediatrician | Kolkata

Any brands all are same, as flu vaccines are prepared by direct guidance of WHO every year depending on which strain of virus is prevalent ... Read More

This started with a mild pain on my big toe of right foot 2 weeks back. The pain was bearable initially but since some days it's unbearable to the point where I can't lie down or sleep or sit even. The pain has spread to other toes of both the feet now. And the sole pains too now. The rheumatologist said my blood reports were clear. The pain is con

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Asked for Female, 36 Years 32 Views v

Dr. Shaista FatmaGeneral Physician | Lucknow

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

Last week I did a home pregnancy test and it's positive. I have flu and cough from past 3-4 days and I decided bot to take any medication. I drink warm water most of the times and I do steaming in the morning but I still don't seem to feel better. Could you please recommend how to take care of myself and how to cure my dlu and cough

Asked for Female, 29 Years 81 Views v

Dr. Sophia YasmeenObstetrician | Mahabubnagar

Pls connect Need to get clarification regarding your pregnancy ... Read More

I have itching around Chin area on both sides since last 3 Months. initially I thought it's the upper skin removed and the inner skin showing as light pink color. I wasn't shaving quite regularly but with a gap of 8-10 days. In now realised that this skin itching is spreading with that light color from under the Chin till near to left ear under the

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Asked for Male, 42 Years 72 Views v

Dr. Bhumika MahawarDermatologist | Dehradun

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You will need proper treatment Stop applying over the counter creams ... Read More

Red spots are spreading in the legs , red marks, a little pain is felt when touched.like little pimples all over the body.

Asked for Male, 17 Years 55 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Is flu vaccine recommended in pregnancy ( first trimester specifically )

Asked for Female, 35 Years 209 Views v

Dr. Lavina BatraGynecologist | Pune

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ... Read More

Is anti-flu vaccine recommended for 2 year 9 month old baby ?? Does it have any side effects if given?? Should we avoid or give her . All vaccines upto 2 years given

Asked for Male, 2 Years 45 Views v

Dr. Mohd Faisal ZohebPediatrician | Hyderabad

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You should give anti flu vaccine every year. To be taken 1-2 months before winter . If any further queries Kindly contact me on Practo or whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PA ... Read More

Hello, My company is having Flu vaccination program, should I take Flu vaccine? Are there any side effects?

Asked for Male, 36 Years 94 Views v

Dr. Sohan KulriaGeneral Physician | Firozabad

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Need more details history so if you would like to know more details about this problem, you can reach me on procto or for a free detailed consultation on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five si ... Read More

I am male 25 years currently unmarried . I have herpes 1 from many years I want to is there any medicine in market so that in future it won't spread to my wife and children??

Asked for Male, 25 Years 230 Views v

Dr. AmandeepDermatologist | Khanna

Need to consult online for further management ... Read More

Cold and flu like symptoms, body, ache runny, nose, also blocked nose, itchy eyes occasional sneezing, slightly dry cough. I am taking dolo 650 tablet every eight hours and Mount air LC one tablet at bedtime. Is my medication fine?

Asked for Male, 64 Years 46 Views v

Dr. Haripriya AddankiGeneral Practitioner | Tirupati

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Need few more details Kindly connect. ... Read More

Spread of pus filled papules increasing day by day . 3 days before it's started from ankle now it's on my left side of stomach and below under arm

Asked for Male, 38 Years 41 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi, My son is 2 + years old. The doctor has given typbar TCV and influvac when he was 6 months old. Today the Doctor has given Typhi BEV and Vaxi flu. Is there any reason to worry? Two different Brand Vaccines for the same thing.

Asked for Male, 33 Years 106 Views v

Dr. Bharti YadavPediatrician | Gurgaon

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Using a different brand of the same vaccine is completely safe and effective Vaccine brands may vary due to supply or updates in formulations, but all approved vaccines go through strict safety and q ... Read More

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How does the flu spread

I touched a swine flu patient in the hospital, should I get myself checked up? I touched his forehead and arms and used the same hand without cleaning to rub my face. I read somewhere it spreads by getting in touch with the swine flu patient. Is it true? I am scared. Please advise. Thank you

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As swine flu is spreading, do we need to get swine flu vaccination? And if yes, from where can we get it?

I want to know, Where we can get shot of swine flu vaccination. Since this flu is spreading these days.

Where can I get swine flu vaccination in gurgaon. As it is spreading rapidly there must be some arrangements made for vaccination.

Hello,I live in Delhi and at this time of year swine flu starts spreading, i want to get a shot of swine flu vaccine as a preventive step, which is the best available choices for me to prevent swine flu

I don't know , what it is? But it is spreading day by day and it is itching, i used "fourderm", "terboderm", "lobate-gm" and i ate fluka-150 but it is spreading. And now it burns.

What are the different types of the flu viruses and their effects on the body?

I have flu for 3 days after that I want to go to the salon ang make my hair straight... Is there any bad effect that to me?

Could I have stocmach flu if my belly hurts and don’t feel good and back hurts

I would like to hear tour opinion on flu vaccine given from 6 months. Is it necessary? How effective is it? My baby doesn't get flu, so I was thinking maybe it's not something to consider. Kindly advise

My Husband noticed black spot on his foot and now its next to it as well. No pain but i think it has spread. Looks just like a tattoo and not bruise. Its not an injury but could it be cancer?

Is flu vaccine safe in early pregnancy? How about pneumonia vaccine? I'm asking for my wife who is 5 weeks pregnant. Also, how do we avoid getting infections when living in a joint family and people with fever/infections at home.

Have significant yellow tartar which is now spreading down the gum since a few months, also teeth feels little weak. Can removing the tartar fix the gum as well or what is the best solution for this?

I completely forgot the flu vaccine which she used to receive in december every year. Can i get it done in feb? Also she has a mild cold Right now. I live in ncr

Hello doctor, my son is 3 year 10 month old. His weight is 15.6 kg. He recently got cold and runny nose. Can I give ascoril flu syrup 5ml twice a day.

It's nevus sebaceous or epidermal nevus I am confused , which medicine will solve my issue I am 35 years old , I am tensed actually it spread lit bit after from birth , no bleeding no pain but I have fear ...lord Krishna's help ...

My son is 2.5 years old. On 2023 we have two dose of INFLUVAC flu vaccine for my Son . Now doctor advised us to take flu vaccine for this year. Please advise we will give Same brand INFLUVAC vaccine Or another flu vaccine brands.

Red spots are spreading in the legs , red marks, a little pain is felt when touched.like little pimples all over the body.

Is flu vaccine recommended in pregnancy ( first trimester specifically )

Is anti-flu vaccine recommended for 2 year 9 month old baby ?? Does it have any side effects if given?? Should we avoid or give her . All vaccines upto 2 years given

Hello, My company is having Flu vaccination program, should I take Flu vaccine? Are there any side effects?

I am male 25 years currently unmarried . I have herpes 1 from many years I want to is there any medicine in market so that in future it won't spread to my wife and children??

Cold and flu like symptoms, body, ache runny, nose, also blocked nose, itchy eyes occasional sneezing, slightly dry cough. I am taking dolo 650 tablet every eight hours and Mount air LC one tablet at bedtime. Is my medication fine?

Spread of pus filled papules increasing day by day . 3 days before it's started from ankle now it's on my left side of stomach and below under arm

Hi, My son is 2 + years old. The doctor has given typbar TCV and influvac when he was 6 months old. Today the Doctor has given Typhi BEV and Vaxi flu. Is there any reason to worry? Two different Brand Vaccines for the same thing.

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