How Does The Flu Spread- 1711 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

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Dr. Lakin Vira General 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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Dr. Anand Kalaskar General Physician | Pune

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

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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?

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Dr. Sushma Shah General 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.

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Dr. Gaurav Bansal Laparoscopic 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 35 Views v

Dr. Varun Mathur Internal 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

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Dr. Chethan R S General 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

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

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Dr. Dharmik Patel General 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?

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Dr. Shweta Vijay Pawar Homoeopath | 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

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Dr. Sushma Shah General 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 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.

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Dr. Anil Kumar Jain General 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

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.

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Dr. Brajagopal Ray Pediatrician | 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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Dr. Shaista Fatma General 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

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Dr. Sophia Yasmeen Gynecologist/Obstetrician | 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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Dr. Bhumika Mahawar Dermatologist | 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.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | 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 111 Views v

Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | 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

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Dr. Mohd Faisal Zoheb General Practitioner | 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 71 Views v

Dr. Sohan Kulria General 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 136 Views v

Dr. Amandeep Dermatologist | 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?

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Dr. Haripriya Addanki General Practitioner | Tirupati

1/2 people found this helpful

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 34 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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 58 Views v

Dr. Bharti Yadav Pediatrician | 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

Doctor suggest my 9 month son weight 9 kg Ascoril Flu syrup 0.25 ml 3 times a day for whooping cough . Can i give it ?

Asked for Male, 32 Years 197 Views v

Dr. Cyril John D'souza Pediatrician | Navi Mumbai

GOI has banned these preparation s in children less then 4 years ... Read More

Cramp and flu during periods as I am divorced woman I not haveing sex from last 13 year is this may be the reason for my pain while periods

Asked for Male, 39 Years 37 Views v

Dr. Kashish Garg Obstetrician | Patiala

There could be many reasons for that Do USG pelvis. urine routine examination ... Read More

I have spreading hives all over my body. Took terbinafine and i think it increased the speed of spreading also used soap continuously for 3 days. Suggest me some good meds to get it done. Nothing else no dizziness, no breath issues, no fever nothing else. Just itchiness and red marks.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 168 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

My son zayaan have nose infection from last one month. In this month he has taken augmentin es syrup and allercet m tablet for 5 days twice for throat infection .But this time he was free from nose problem. Now a he has some runing nose, no fever. We have given him flu vaccine on 26.05.25.on 27.05 in afternoon he get sparyed nasal saline spary wh

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings looks like it's not normal that the child fainted so kindly consult a pediatrician in person so that we can find out the reason ... Read More

Is VaxiFlu-4 SH effective against flu in India? Considering to give it to kid. Please advise.

Asked for Male, 35 Years 78 Views v

Dr. Komal Bijarniya Pediatrician | Pimpri Chinchwad

Yes it's effective you can give it. ... Read More

At present My uncle is suffering from pain in back , difficult to speak , thin body and his legs have stopped working History - My uncle got surgery for buccal mucosa in 2024 and after that he did radiation and chemotherapy after some month he said it's paining in his back and doctor said to do mri and pet CTscan and wo did and doctor said cancer

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Dr. Shubham Jain Surgical Oncologist | Delhi

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He may need palliative care. See your oncologist and ask for opinion and advise. ... Read More

Hello My mom is having severe pain and also it's swollen she had got infected with flu and now is all well post medication but she is unable to walk she is also diabetic Should we go see a doctor, if so which doctor should we consult I'm worried as she has diabetes too. Thank you in advance for the help:)

Asked for Female, 29 Years 196 Views v

Dr. Nalini Kumari Diabetologist | Hyderabad

Visit diabetologist ... Read More

My daughter who is working in gurugram and staying alone has got severe flu with body ache, sore throat, fever, joint pains , headache Please help She is not in a state to seek medical help outside Any medicine which can be prescribed to her

Asked for Male, 26 Years 26 Views v

Dr. Saiyad Saif Naziruddin ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Raichur

Better consult online Abit detail history is needed ... 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

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 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.

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.

Doctor suggest my 9 month son weight 9 kg Ascoril Flu syrup 0.25 ml 3 times a day for whooping cough . Can i give it ?

Cramp and flu during periods as I am divorced woman I not haveing sex from last 13 year is this may be the reason for my pain while periods

I have spreading hives all over my body. Took terbinafine and i think it increased the speed of spreading also used soap continuously for 3 days. Suggest me some good meds to get it done. Nothing else no dizziness, no breath issues, no fever nothing else. Just itchiness and red marks.

Is VaxiFlu-4 SH effective against flu in India? Considering to give it to kid. Please advise.

My daughter who is working in gurugram and staying alone has got severe flu with body ache, sore throat, fever, joint pains , headache Please help She is not in a state to seek medical help outside Any medicine which can be prescribed to her

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