{"id":50738,"date":"2018-01-05T15:27:15","date_gmt":"2018-01-05T23:27:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/69.46.6.243\/?p=50738"},"modified":"2018-01-05T15:27:15","modified_gmt":"2018-01-05T23:27:15","slug":"what-to-do-if-you-get-the-flu-pharmacist-patrick-crosby-of-meadowmont-twain-harte-groveland-pharmacies-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/?p=50738","title":{"rendered":"What To Do If You Get the Flu?  ~ Pharmacist Patrick Crosby of Meadowmont, Twain Harte &#038; Groveland Pharmacies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Arnold, Twain Harte &#038; Groveland, CA&#8230;What To Do If You Get the Flu?  I\u2019m guessing that the flu isn\u2019t on your top-10 wish list, right? But just in case you get sick this flu season, here\u2019s a list of 10 things you can do to help ease your symptoms\u2014and to stop the flu in its tracks and protect others. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/MTGPharmban.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><iframe allowfullscreen src='https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net?attachment_id=44116&#038;kgvid_video_embed[enable]=true' frameborder='0' scrolling='no' width='640' height='360'><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>1. Stock up. A few supplies may make it a bit easier to manage the flu. It\u2019s best to have these on hand before you get sick. Otherwise, send a healthy member of your family out on an errand, if you can.<br \/>\nAcetaminophen, ibuprofen, or naproxen for reducing fevers and easing achiness<br \/>\nA thermometer<br \/>\nCough syrup or cough drops<br \/>\nSaline nose drops or sprays<br \/>\nDrinks such as fruit juices or tea (avoid caffeine)<br \/>\nEasy-to-eat foods such as clear soups, crackers, or applesauce1,2 <\/p>\n<p>2. Stay home! The first day you have symptoms, you may be tempted to venture out to work or school. Please don\u2019t! Not only do you need the rest, but this is also when you\u2019re most contagious.1 Try to nap\u2014and read or binge-watch your favorite television episodes. <\/p>\n<p>3. Prevent the spread. In addition to staying home, wash your hands often and cover your cough and sneeze into your sleeve.2 <\/p>\n<p>4. Drink fluids, breathe steam. This is a great way to thin your mucus, making it easier to cough up. This may help prevent a lung infection. Using a humidifier (a cool mist) or breathing in steam from a hot shower may also help ease congestion.1 <\/p>\n<p>5. Calm your cough. It can be exhausting, I know. Try over-the-counter (OTC) cough medicines\u2014an expectorant helps thin mucus. Do not give a child under age 4 any type of cough medicine. Sucking on lozenges may also help your cough or scratchy throat.1<\/p>\n<p>6. Ease nose woes. You\u2014or your kids\u2014can try saline nose drops or sprays to ease nasal congestion. First, put a few drops into one nostril. Then gently blow the mucus and saline out. Repeat on the other side.1<\/p>\n<p>7. Treat other symptoms. Sure, a fever\u2014along with chills and achiness\u2014is a sign your body is fighting off the virus. But that doesn\u2019t mean you need to suffer in silence. Ask me if you have any questions about which fever reducer to take. But don\u2019t forget: Never give aspirin to someone younger than 19\u2014it can lead to a serious illness.1<\/p>\n<p>8. Ask about antivirals. Your health care provider may advise you to take one. If you do this within 48 hours of when symptoms begin, you have a fighting chance of reducing their impact.1,2<\/p>\n<p>9. Know when to seek medical help. If you or a loved one has any of these symptoms, call the doctor:<br \/>\nDark urine<br \/>\nDizziness<br \/>\nFever of 100 degrees F for 3 or more days<br \/>\nReturning fever or sore throat after feeling better<br \/>\nMore serious symptoms require immediate medical care:<br \/>\nWheezing or shortness of breath<br \/>\nCoughing up blood<br \/>\nChest pain or pressure<br \/>\nBalance problems or confusion2<\/p>\n<p>10. Talk to me! And of course it goes without saying: If you need guidance about any products\u2014or any questions whatsoever\u2014let me know, and I\u2019ll try to steer you in the right direction.<br \/>\nNothing herein constitutes medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or is a substitute for professional advice.\u00a0 You should always seek the advice of your physician or other medical professional if you have questions or concerns about a medical condition.<\/p>\n<p>Sources<br \/>\n1. WebMD: \u201c10 Tips to Ease Flu Symptoms.\u201d Available at: http:\/\/www.webmd.com\/cold-and-flu\/flu-guide\/coping-with-flu#1 Accessed 8-31-17.<br \/>\n2. Public Health: \u201cTreatment of Flu.\u201d Available at: https:\/\/www.publichealth.va.gov\/flu\/treatment\/ Accessed 8-31-17.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arnold, Twain Harte &#038; Groveland, CA&#8230;What To Do If You Get the Flu? I\u2019m guessing that the flu isn\u2019t on your top-10 wish list, right? 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