How Does The Flu Spread- 1748 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.

Asked for Male, 27 Years 104 Views v

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

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

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 38 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

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 235 Views v

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

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

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

Asked for Male, 21 Years 125 Views v

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

My son 5 year old has got flu from Friday now his cpk level is 1300 and is complaining of joint pain...what can be done

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings An elevated creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level of 1300 U/L after the flu indicates muscle inflammation or myositis. Hydrate the child well and give paracetamol on sos if pain Repeat cpk aft ... Read More

My son 5 year old has got flu and his cpk level is 1300 ..he is complaining about leg joint pain and walking tip toe...what can be done to get cpk down

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings Looks like benign acute childhood myositis (BACM), a temporary post-viral muscle inflammation triggered by the flu. The intense leg pain and tip-toe walking occur due to inflammation and ... Read More

My Daughter is getting a fever and continuous fever from lastt two days after she had a vaccination for the flu.

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings Looks like viral fever Kindly hydrate the child well And give paracetamol every 4-6hrly based on the weight of the child If fever not getting settled down in 2 days review with Pediatricia ... Read More

I have been prescribed medicines as per the attached prescription. After 5 days of medication fever is staying at 99.4. Doctor told me to again extend the medication for another 3-4 days with paracetamol on SoS basis. But sometimes fever is going away and sometimes it is again coming. Kindly suggest is it normal for viral flu.

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Dr. Ankita Gahlot Obstetrician | Bangalore

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A low fever that comes and goes for several days is common while your body clears a viral infection, even with treatment already started. This kind of up-and-down pattern doesn't necessarily mean anyt ... Read More

Hi, I'm 29 old male I'm getting frequent cold and cough . Should i get flu vaccine. I have pollen allergy and living in Bengaluru ...this make frequent cold and cough during monsoon season. Should I take flu vaccine ? Is it safe ?

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Dr. Chirag Yashlaha ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Indore

Yes safe ... Read More

Rashes started at a small spot. And has spread all over body now in a month. Consulted two docters till now. The recent one suggested bilert 20, lecope, ethislone 8 and hicope solution. Been using for a week now. Some rashes have gone a little black and developed pus while it has also spread on the lower part of arm and wrist. Some of them it

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Dr. Shama Naaz Dermatologist | Nagpur

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ... Read More

Had a flu 2 weeks ago. Symptoms such as fever, cold and sore throat have stopped. But I feel very lethargic and absolutely no appetite. My daily workouts have stopped as I still have very mild body ache. And because I cannot eat my usual protein rich diet, I am not exerting myself a lot too. I understand this is common when recovering from the flu

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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

Hi My daughter is 6 years 9 months old We gave her flu shot on 5th June 2025. As her schools are re opening on 3rd June 26 we plan to give her flu shot for this year around 10 days in advance? Is that ok? As we have mostly given her Fluquadri in the past but this time hospital told they have Influvac in stock.Which vaccine is better?Should we wait

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

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Greetings Yes, vaccinating around May 24th, 2026, is an appropriate timeline as it allows the necessary two weeks to develop full immunity before school starts.Both Fluquadri and Influvac Tetra are h ... Read More

Hi I have herpes simplex virus from many years but I don't take any medicine because I rarely get any blister . In coming one to two years I am going to marry so don't want to spread it to my partner. Is there any solutionto prevent herpes from spreading? Can I live normal life with my partner ??

Asked for Male, 26 Years 77 Views v

Dr. A Amin Homeopath Homoeopath | Kolkata

-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ... 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

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Dr. Vuppala Anil Kumar Pediatrician | 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 41 Views v

Dr. Akshata Yadav S Dermatologist | 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 72 Views v

Dr. Vijaya Gupta Gynecologist | 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?

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Dr. Sharwari Pawale Dental 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 30 Views v

Dr. Nagaraju Pediatrician | 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 95 Views v

Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | 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 54 Views v

Dr. Jayvirsinh I. Chauhan Homoeopath | 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 36 Views v

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

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 130 Views v

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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Asked for Female, 36 Years 42 Views v

Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

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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 Obstetrician | Mahabubnagar

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

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

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

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.

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

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?

My son 5 year old has got flu from Friday now his cpk level is 1300 and is complaining of joint pain...what can be done

My son 5 year old has got flu and his cpk level is 1300 ..he is complaining about leg joint pain and walking tip toe...what can be done to get cpk down

My Daughter is getting a fever and continuous fever from lastt two days after she had a vaccination for the flu.

Hi, I'm 29 old male I'm getting frequent cold and cough . Should i get flu vaccine. I have pollen allergy and living in Bengaluru ...this make frequent cold and cough during monsoon season. Should I take flu vaccine ? Is it safe ?

Hi I have herpes simplex virus from many years but I don't take any medicine because I rarely get any blister . In coming one to two years I am going to marry so don't want to spread it to my partner. Is there any solutionto prevent herpes from spreading? Can I live normal life with my partner ??

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.

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