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All About the Flu and How to Prevent It
How long does the flu last? The flu is a highly contagious, respiratory virus that is uncomfortable, and is usually fought by your immune system. In a healthy individual symptoms usually develop within one to four days after being exposed to the virus can last up to seven days. If you have previously received the…
Several ways to release sore throat.
How do I know whether my sore throat is from a virus or bacteria? The best way to determine whether you have strep throat (bacteria cause) is to have a rapid-antigen test, “throat swab”. It’s quick and easy and can tell the medical provider within minutes if you have strep throat. If the test is…
Know more to beat nausea!
Is nausea a symptom or a sign? Nausea is a symptom you can have. It is a painless uneasiness feeling of the stomach, like a sensation of an urge to vomit. It can come on all of a sudden, or can be gradual. What causes nausea for no reason? Food poisoning or stomach flu Pregnancy,…
Something you must know about headaches.
What are the four types of headaches? The most common types of headaches are: Tension Cluster Sinus Migraine What can headaches be a sign of? Headaches can be a sign of: Dehydration Tumor Nerve pain Medication toxicity Stress Depression Stroke When should you be concerned about a headache? You should be concerned about a headache…
Things you need to know about fever.
What is considered a normal temperature? A normal temperature is 98.6 degrees fahrenheit. Throughout the day, your temperature may vary by a degree or more 97 degrees to 99 degrees and may still be considered normal. Usually it is lower in the morning and higher in the afternoon. What do you feel if you have…
How do I know if my cough is serious?
Coughing, while it’s a nuisance is actually nature’s way of clearing the virus or bacteria.
What are the most common problems with the ear?
Ear infections usually cause pain in the ear, or both ears. Sometimes people can have a fever too.
What are the symptoms of a UTI?
What is UTI? UTI indicates urinary tract infection, is an infection that affects the part of the urinary tract. How to determine UTI? Symptoms of a urinary tract infection can vary. Usually people have a burning sensation when they urinate. Sometimes they have a feeling they have to urinate often. Sometimes people feel as though they have to…
What can I do to get rid of pink eye?
Different Types Basically there are 3 types of “pink eye”, one is allergic, meaning allergies, the other is bacterial, meaning you need treatment with an antibiotic, the third is viral. All need to be evaluated. The telehealth platform is a perfect platform and the provider can figure out what treatment is best for you! What…